SKU: CF.BF168
ISBN 9781491165577. UPC: 680160924615.
Performing in a string quartet is a special experience when first learning to play a string instrument. Consisting of two violins, one viola, and one cello, the ensemble features the beauty of each instrument’s unique timbre and range. The 25 pieces in this collection have been carefully arranged for developing musicians in their first years of playing. Ranging from grade 1 to grade 2, each piece uses easy key signatures and accessible ranges in a variety of styles and tempi. Spanning several centuries, these pieces include works from the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Post-Romantic eras. Representing many countries and cultures, this collection also includes music by women composers Louise Farrenc, Cécile Chaminade, Mélanie Bonis, Louise Reichardt, and Amy Beach. Ideal for recitals and adjudicated events, this compilation of approachable music promises developing string players a rewarding first introduction to the string quartet.
SKU: HL.49008359
ISBN 9790001128834. UPC: 073999352078. 9.0x12.0x0.067 inches.
Nino Rota, known to many as a film composer (Fellini; The Godfather), left an extensive oeuvre including works in every genre. Il Presepio (The Crib) is a Christmas piece for voice (soprano) and string quartet with traditional Italian words. For women's voice and string quartet.
SKU: HL.369769
ISBN 9781705144572. UPC: 840126992489. 9.0x12.0x0.523 inches.
Julie Mandel, composer and lyricist, has written chamber music, opera, musical theater, popular and art songs, in addition to being Concert Director of the Long Island Composers' Alliance and the long-time Treasurer of New York Women Composers. Her String Quartet No. 3 received a Burton Award for Contemporary Music and was recorded by the Meridian String Quartet on their album “DIVERSE LIGHT.â€.
SKU: HL.49007984
ISBN 9790001112185. 9.0x12.0x0.109 inches.
4 Songs, Op. 13. Deep women's voice and string quartet.
SKU: M7.DOHR-13852
ISBN 9790202028520.