SKU: AP.1-ADV8415

UPC: 805095084153. English. Traditional.

In writing these arrangements for clarinet quartet, Frank Reinshagen has created little masterpieces, which broaden the rhythmical and harmonic context of the original tunes in an interesting manner without detracting from their archaic and melancholic character. These original tunes are---in a direct or wider sense---of Celtic origin. In other words, they have been borrowed from the Irish, Scottish, and Gaelic musical tradition. These through-composed arrangements are rather easy to perform from the rhythmical and technical point of view. Yet, they are quite demanding in respect of the key they are written in, their intonation, and especially, their interpretation. Their different instrumentations are fully compatible with each other and, due to their overall structure, they are also suitable to be played with multi-scored parts.

Annotation on Aignish on the Machair: The arrangement of Aignish on the Machair, Folksong from The Hebrides, illustrates, above all, the melancholic character inherent in the harmonies of the original tune. A short rubato passage is followed by several variations over the flowing melody in 3/4-time. The short triplet passages embedded in these variations are quite demanding from the technical point of view; considering the key they are written in, however, these passages are not too difficult to play.

SKU: AP.1-ADV8416

UPC: 805095084160. English. Traditional.

Writing these arrangements, Frank Reinshagen has created little masterpieces, which broaden the rhythmical and harmonic context of the original tunes in an interesting manner without detracting from their archaic and melancholic character. These original tunes have been borrowed from the Irish, Scottish, and Gaelic musical tradition. These through-composed arrangements are rather easy to perform from the rhythmical and technical point of view, yet they are quite demanding in respect of the key they are written in, their intonation and, especially, their interpretation. Their different instrumentations are fully compatible with each other and, due to their overall structure, they are also suitable to be played with multi-scored parts. The interpretation of 'S mo lamh air a stiuir---the song of a helmsman living on the Isle of Skye---should be interpreted with the musicians paying careful attention to its dynamics and phrasing, which reflect the up-and-down motion of the stormy Arctic Ocean. For this arrangement, the key D minor, which is one whole tone lower than the original, has been chosen to make sure that the piece is playable, especially for a clarinet quartet.

SKU: AP.1-ADV40023

UPC: 805095400236. English.

A Klezmer Wedding is a set of four dances, newly composed but based on traditional models. The Doina is an expressive chant for three successive soloists; it twists and turns with the wailing lament of a shepherd's pipe. Next follows the Hora, a slow Rumanian dance in three with a mood that reflects the wedding's solemn vows. A Chusidl, with a moderate speed and bouncy rhythms, gets the party to the dance floor. The concluding Freylach (happy, but still in a minor key!) takes the bride, groom, and guests to the edge of frenzy. Arranged for four clarinets with optional strings. Compatible with the following arrangements: item #01-ADV6401 (string quartet), item #01-ADV8405 (woodwind quartet), and item #01-ADV8406 (clarinet quartet).

Titles include: Doina * Hora * Chusidl * Freylach.

SKU: BT.DHP-1196163-070

ISBN 9789043158046.

â??Isn't She Lovelyâ?? is a song by Stevie Wonder from his 1976 album, Songs in the Key of Life. The lyrics celebrate the birth of his daughter, Aisha Morris. Bert van Haagen arranged this beautiful song in an easy-to-play version for clarinet quartet.

De song â??Isn't She Lovelyâ?? van Stevie Wonder is afkomstig van diens album Songs in the Key of Life uit 1976. De tekst gaat over de geboorte van zijn dochter, Aisha Morris. Arrangeur Bert van Haagen heeft van dit schitterende nummer een eenvoudig speelbare versie voor klarinetkwartet gemaakt.

Isn't She Lovely� ist ein Lied von Stevie Wonder aus seinem 1976 erschienenen Album Songs in the Key of Life. Er schrieb das Lied anlässlich der Geburt seiner Tochter Aisha Morris. Bert van Haagen arrangierte dieses wunderschöne Lied als einfach zu spielende Klarinettenquartett-Version.

« Isn't She Lovely » est une chanson de Stevie Wonder tirée dâ??un album sorti en 1976, Songs in the Key of Life. Les paroles célèbrent la naissance de sa fille, Aisha Morris. Bert van Haagen a élaboré un arrangement facile pour quatuor de clarinette de cette très belle chanson.