SKU: HL.51480835

UPC: 840126913200. 9.5x12.5x1.087 inches.

In celebration of Beethoven Year 2020, G. Henle Publishers presents the first of three volumes with the complete piano sonatas by Ludwig van Beethoven in a new Urtext edition, prepared by Maestro Murray Perahia and the renowned Beethoven expert at G. Henle Publishers, Norbert Gertsch. This volume contains the eleven sonatas published between 1802 and 1806, nos. 12 to 22, op. 26 to 54. All the sonatas have been edited to reflect the current state of research and include an extensive preface and a Critical Report that presents the source situation and problems of readings. Along with his invaluable fingerings, Murray Perahia bestows upon the piano world his in-depth reflections on the emotional world and structural makeup of these compositions.

About Henle Urtext

What I can expect from Henle Urtext editions:

• error-free, reliable musical texts based on meticulous musicological research - fingerings and bowings by famous artists and pedagogues
• preface in 3 languages with information on the genesis and history of the work 
• Critical Commentary in 1 – 3 languages with a description and evaluation of the sources and explaining all source discrepancies and editorial decisions 
• most beautiful music engraving 
• page-turns, fold-out pages, and cues where you need them 
• excellent print quality and binding 
• largest Urtext catalogue world-wide 
• longest Urtext experience (founded 1948 exclusively for Urtext editions)

SKU: PR.11441803S

UPC: 680160639403.

A delightful musical story about a dog and her day-long celebration of life as told by various instruments, Sadie's Birthday Adventures offers a moment of audience participation and invites discussion about the individual voices (instruments) chosen to tell this tale. Children will enjoy the frog (bass trombone), butterfly (glockenspiel), and a romp in the forest with a chipmunk (full ensemble). Sadie's Birthday Adventures was commissioned by the Philadelphia Orchestra for its Sound All Around series of children's interactive concerts. For advanced performers.

SKU: HH.HH560-SOL

ISBN 9790708185758.

The Haffner symphony was composed at the request of Leopold Mozart for the celebrations at the ennoblement of Wolfgang’s childhood friend, Sigmund Haffner, in Salzburg on 29 July 1782. Mozart was under considerable pressure at this time with, amongst other professional commitments, preparations for the opening performance of Die Entfühtung aus dem Serail on 16 July, and the necessary arrangements for his forthcoming marriage to Constanze on 4 August. It is unclear from the surviving evidence (the relevant correspondence between Wolfgang and Leopold at this period is incomplete) whether the symphony arrived at Salzburg in time for the Haffner celebrations. The symphony was first performed in Vienna, under Mozart’s direction, at the Hofburgtheater on 23 March 1783 in the presence of the Emperor.

SKU: FJ.FJH2307

ISBN 9781619282179. UPC: 241444385296. English.

The ten lyrical nocturnes in this appealing collection each explore a different minor key. Ranging from two to four pages, these pieces are easier than the Chopin or Field nocturnes and serve as a stepping-stone toward more advanced literature. Artistic yet accessible.

About FJH Composers in Focus

Composers in Focus is a series of original piano collections celebrating the creative artistry of contemporary composers. It is through the work of these composers that the piano teaching repertoire is enlarged and enhanced.

SKU: AP.36-50760008

ISBN 9781621563068. UPC: 654690491695. English. Traditional Traditional.

This unique collection of Indian character pieces reveals a genre that has been neglected for many years, with much of the music having been out of print since the 1920's. Musically, the pieces are appealing to play and are a fascinating reflection of social and political issues our nation was facing at the turn of the 20th century. Contains detailed historical notes on this nearly forgotten aspect of American classical music, along with supplementary fingerings and practice suggestions added throughout by editor Stephanie Bruning, professor at Morgan State University, who is both a celebrated piano performer and expert in piano pedagogy.

These products are currently being prepared by a new publisher. While many items are ready and will ship on time, some others may see delays of several months.

SKU: HH.HH516-SOL

ISBN 9790708185260.

Next in the series of C. D. Stegmann’s piano arrangements of Haydn symphonies is the celebrated ‘Drumroll’, whose successful orchestral premiere took place in London on 2 March 1795. As The Morning Chronicle reported: ‘Another new Overture [Symphony], by the fertile and enchanting HAYDN, was performed; which, as usual, had continual strokes of genius, both in air and harmony. The Introduction excited the deepest attention, the Allegro charmed, the Andante was encored, the Minuets, especially the Trio, were playful and sweet, and the last movement was equal, if not superior to the preceding.’.

SKU: SP.ME1029

ISBN 9781585607419.

The Masterpiece Edition series, published exclusively by Santorella Publications, is a collection of original piano works, as well as challenging arrangements and transcriptions designed for the experienced to advanced pianist. The series is meticulously engraved and printed on heavy cover stock and quality paper to last for generations. With original works from the great masters, Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and alike, as well as arrangements and transcriptions from some of the greatest works of all time, these Masterpiece Editions are sure to be popular favorites while enhancing the repertoire of most any serious pianist. In this case, we are extremely proud to release the original, unedited, Masterpiece Edition of Ave Maria written by Johann Sebastian Bach and Charles Gounod in its purest form. Our ultimate goal is to emphasize the necessity of exceptional quality in printed sheet music. This original concert piano edition of Ave Maria is adapted to Prelude No.1 from, The Well-Tempered Clavier. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach with lyrical collaboration from Charles Gounod, this gorgeous melody has been performed in weddings and holiday celebrations for centuries. This Masterpiece Edition of Ave Maria, transcribed from Bach's original piano masterworks by Jonathon Robbins, is magnificent and an invaluable addition to every serious piano student's or professional pianist's classical repertoire.

SKU: BT.MUSWMR000231

ISBN 9780711956926. English.

A revised edition of the best-selling piano course by John Thompson. Part 3 of this easy and fun approach to learning the piano begins by showing the importance of playing and listening to music phrase by phrase rather than note by note. Examples of touch follow in proper sequence.

In celebration of 120 years of Willis Music, the beloved characters in John Thompson's Easiest Piano Course Parts One - Four have been redrawn. The content remains the same, so, like countless others before them, today's young students can continue to benefit from the Easiest Courses's clear and simple approach.

SKU: FJ.FJH2252

ISBN 9781619281110. UPC: 674398233038. English.

The beautiful, hazy-blue mountains, flowing rivers, waterfalls, and magnificent vistas of the Smokies are highlighted in this collection. Some titles are: Deer in the Cove, A Peaceful Mountain Trail, The Newfound Gap, and Smokey Mountain Laurel. Other pieces bring to mind traditional Appalachian music: The Happy Fiddler, Autumn Hoedown, and Old Settlers' Waltz. Most of the nine pieces are three pages.

About FJH Composers in Focus

Composers in Focus is a series of original piano collections celebrating the creative artistry of contemporary composers. It is through the work of these composers that the piano teaching repertoire is enlarged and enhanced.

SKU: LO.70-2469L

ISBN 9780787789336.

Arranger C. E. Walz recognizes that Christmas is the perfect time of year to make music with friends and family. In celebration of this festive season, sheâ??s written a book of piano arrangements that can be presented solo or in collaboration with a small handbell choir. The 2-3 octave handbell parts are easily learned and can be performed by just a few ringers. This volume is a great way to make the most joyous time of year a little more joyous!