Le g Sonate majeur de Johann Christian Bach, le plus jeune fils de Johann Sebastian de, est l'un des plus charmants oeuvres originales pour deux pianos. Il indique à sa manière ludique gracieuse déjà sur Mozart. / 2 Pianos 4 Mains

In 2012, I composed a set of variations (originally for orchestra and subsequently arranged for two pianos in 2013 ) based on one of Wagner's most inspired and haunting melodies, the 'alte Hirtenweise' [old shepherd's song], an extended cor anglais solo at the start of Act III of Tristan and Isolde. This seemingly simple, yet deceptively complex melody was my starting point for an expansive fantasy in which I explore the potential of the melodic elements for variational development. The individual motifs are transformed and reconstructed in eight extended movements making frequent use of polyphony and are repeatedly interrupted by the sounding of the original theme. The work concludes with a languid coda at a great distance from the themes of salvation and Liebestod. Stefan Heucke / 2 Pianos 4 Mains

Pianists at the late elementary level will experience a variety of Latin styles and rhythms in Wynn-Anne Rossi's Concertino in Latin Styles. The first movement features a bossa nova style, and the second movement captures the rhythm of a tango. The third movement has changing meters, alternating between 6/8 and 2/4, combined with staccato articulation to imitate the sound of claves. For students who love Latin styles or those who will experience them for the first time, this concerto is a refreshing addition to this genre. Movements: Breath of Bossa Nova * Tango by Moonlight * Clave in Tandem. / 2 Pianos, 4 Mains

Par MENDELSSOHN-BARTHOLDY FELIX. Editeur(s) d'origine: Draheim, Joachim/ Répertoire / 2 Pianos 4 Mains