This collection of sheet music by the great Finnish composer Jean Sibelius features 24 of his most enjoyable and influential pieces all newly-arranged especially for this volume. The tonal innovations and idiosyncraticcompositional style of this hugely ?prolific composer truly does illustrate the genuine?Joy Of Sibelius. The pieces by Sibelius?included in this collection exhibit the influencesthat he absorbed as well as his own stylistic developments. Sibelius' music was highly individual finding influence in nature and poetry as well as other composers such as Wagner Bruckner and Tchaikovsky. Many of hismost famous works are included here featuring Danse Élégiaque the 5 Morceaux Romantiques Op.101?and the finale of his Symphony No.5 Op.82. Other pieces like selectionsfrom the 13 Morceaux Impromptu Op.78 No.1 Romance Op.78 No.2 Suite Caractèristique Op.100 and The Fiddler?brilliantly?encapsulate what makes Sibelius' compositions so wonderful.His tone poems ideas about the thematic nature of symphonies and his musical contributions to the Finnish national identity have made him one of the most popular 20th century composers with time and retrospect dismissing somecontemporary critics' opinions of him. With 2015 coinciding with Sibelius' 150th birthday now is the perfect time to discover one of the giants of symphonic music or to rediscover a favourite of manypianists. The Joy Of... series is a constantly growing collection of musical editions that is now recognised and loved throughout the world. Originally compiled by the editorial hand ofrenowned teacher arranger and musicologist Denes Agay the series continues to reflect his influence and covers a wide variety of musical genres including the classics folk jazz blues ragtime and children?s music. New titles

18 ausgewahlte Stücke-In the meantime piano experts tend to confirm Glenn Gould's view that Sibelius 'made an important contribution to the slim piano repertoire of the late romantic period.' With the anthology 'Jean Sibelius: Piano Pieces' compiled for the Sibelius Year 2015 (150th birthday) the Finnish composer has finally made it into the ranks of the piano composers. Kari Kilpel?inen and Anna Pulkkis the editors of the Complete Edition have selected the most important pieces from all creative periods.

Cinq Morceaux Op. 75 No. 1-A fabulous work for piano by Finnish composer Jean Sibelius one of the most influential symphonic composers of the late 19th and early 20th century. When the Rowan Tree Is In Flower is a beautiful piece from the first movement of Five Pieces Op.75. For Solo Piano.

Scene Lyrique is the third part of Jean Sibelius' work for Solo Piano dating from 1923.

Cinq Morceaux Op. 75 No. 2-A fabulous work for Solo Piano by Finnish composer Jean Sibelius one of the most influential symphonic composers of the late 19th and early 20th century. The Solitary Fir Tree is a beautiful piece from the second movement of his Five Pieces or Cinq Morceaux Op.75.

A tremendous work for Solo Piano dating from 1916. This is number 10 in his set of 13 Pieces. Jean Sibelius’ 13 Morceaux Op.76 were all composed between 1911 and 1919 and form a fantastic set of pieces that contains much variation in tempo mood and character.

Pieces 7-12-Twelve more pieces by Jean Sibelius for piano. 2. edition with the pieces 7-12.

The Fiddler-The Piano music of Jean Sibelius ranks among the greatest of Finnish music and his 1924 set Five Charactereistic mpressions demonstrates his importance. The second piece in this set The Fiddler has a dance-like theme and is an impressionist piece that captures the imagery of reality with tonality and colour.

The Storm-The Piano music of Jean Sibelius ranks among the greatest of Finnish music and his 1924 set Five Charactereistic mpressions demonstrates his importance. The fourth piece of this set The Storm is a rapid rendition of the energy and fluidity of a storm. It is an impressionist piece that captures the imagery of reality with fabulous tonality and colour.