Music-Genres & Styles-Classical

Counterpoint helps music theory and music composition students improve their musicianship by examining the voice leading that underlies Western tonal music. It proceeds by developing species counterpoint in the tradition of Johann Joseph Fux and his famous Gradus ad Parnassum (1725), but with attention...

Ottorino Respighi (1879-1936): An Annotated Bibliography provides documentation and annotation of all of this great composer's articles, books, theses, and dissertations with references to Respighi and his music published during the last century throughout the world. Lee G. Barrow provides a comprehensive general index...

The classical music of Iraq, known as Iraqi Maqam, features classical and vernacular poetry sung by a virtuoso soloist and accompanied by a small instrumental ensemble. It is a remarkably cosmopolitan art, sharing many features with neighboring classical traditions, particularly Iranian. Its repertoire consists...

This book proposes a way of thinking about music that is faithful to the experience of playing or listening during a real performance. 'Narrative, ' in this context, refers to the rhythm of a piece and the way it shapes the succession of events,...

This definitive volume, the second, largest, and most central in Newman's History of the Sonata Idea, covers the period from the first sample Italian sonatas using the new techniques of the Alberti bass about 1735 to the succession of masterpieces by Haydn, Mozart, and...

Musica Poetica provides an unprecedented examination of the development of Baroque musical thought. The initial chapters, which serve as an introduction to the concept and teachings of musical-rhetorical figures, explore Martin Luther's theology of music, the development of the Baroque concept of musica poetica,...

Sergey Prokofiev, a compulsive diarist and gifted and idiosyncratic writer, possessed an incorrigibly sardonic curiosity about individuals and events. When he left Russia after the 1917 Revolution, his diaries were recovered from the family flat in Petrograd and later hidden at considerable personal risk...

(Vocal Score). Italian/English. Translated by Auden-Kallman.Author: Wolfgang Amadeus MozartISBN-10: 0793584809ISBN-13: 9780793584802Publisher: RicordiLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 384Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.10lbsSize: 10.50h x 7.80w x 0.90d

(Piano Collection). A newly corrected and very affordable Schirmer Library edition of these 20th-century piano masterpieces. Contents: BOOK I: Danseuses de Delphes * Voiles * Le Vent dans la Plaine * "Les Sons et les Parfums Tournent dans l'Air du Soir" * Les Collines...

(String Solo). VAAP Edition. For unaccompanied violin.Author: Sergei ProkofievISBN-10: 0793574218ISBN-13: 9780793574216Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 12Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.70w x 0.20d

Excerpt from I Puritani: A Grand Opera in Three Acts The action of this Opera is supposed to have taken place during the civil wars of England. When the armies of Charles the Second and his parliament were arrayed against each other. The scene...

(Brass). Trumpet parts edited and recorded by Canadian Brass virtuosos Fred Mills and Ronald Romm, piano parts recorded by Bill Casey. Arrangements by Bill Boyd. The book includes access to online audio of full performances and accompaniments. Contents: Arietta * The Brook * Cleopatra's...

(Piano Method). Contents: Two-Part Inventions: Invention in C Major, BWV 772 * Invention in C minor, BWV 773 * Invention in D Major, BWV 774 * Invention in D minor, BWV 775 * Invention in E-flat Major, BWV 776 * Invention in E Major,...

(Vocal Collection). An eminently useful collection of essential sacred favorites for classical singers. Includes an online audio access code for streaming or downloading the tracks of both full performances and piano accompaniments only to be used for practice or performance. Contents: Ave Maria (Bach/Gounod)...

(Piano Collection). Contents: Etude, Op. 2, No. 3 * Etude in C minor, Op. 2, No. 4 * Conte, Op. 3, No. 1 * Badinage, Op. 3, No. 2 * Marche, Op. 3, No. 3 * Fantome, Op. 3, No. 4 * Suggestion Diabolique,...

A group of resourceful kids start solution-seekers.com, a website where cybervisitors can get answers to questions that trouble them. But when one questioner asks the true meaning of Christmas, the kids seek to unravel the mystery by journeying back through the prophecies of the...

(String Solo). Great Performer's Edition. Contents: Bethena, Ragtime Waltz * The Easy Winners * Elite Syncopations * The Entertainer * The Ragtime Dance * The Strenuous Life.Author: Scott JoplinISBN-10: 0793554675ISBN-13: 9780793554676Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 44Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.70w x 0.40d

(String Method). For unaccompanied violin.Author: J. TrottISBN-10: 0793554519ISBN-13: 9780793554515Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.70w x 0.20d

(String Solo). Classical violin solos, edited by the noted violinist and teacher Josef Gingold. Contents: Abenlied (Schumann) * Adagio (Sinding) * Album Leaf, Op. 12 (Grieg) * Allegro spiritoso (Senaille) * Allegro (Schubert) * Aria (Prokofiev) * The Bells * Berceuse (Faure) * Hungarian...

(Vocal Collection). Contents: Mia speranza adorata ...Ah, non sai, qual pena * Vorrei spiegarvi, oh Dio * No, no, no che non sei capace * Non piu. Tutto ascoltai...Non temer, amato bene * Ch'io mi scordi di te...Non temer, amato bene * Bella mia...

A group of resourceful kids start solution-seekers.com, a website where cybervisitors can get answers to questions that trouble them. But when one questioner asks the true meaning of Christmas, the kids seek to unravel the mystery by journeying back through the prophecies of the...

(Piano Method). Contents: Invention in C Major, BWV 772 * Invention in C minor, BWV 773 * Invention in D Major, BWV 774 * Invention in D minor, BWV 775 * Invention in E-flat Major, BWV 776 * Invention in E Major, BWV 777...

(Piano Method). Centering around the understanding and means of expression, Book 2 introduces the student to famous pieces that illustrate humor and seriousness, repose and excitement, motion and rest. Sixteenth notes, alla breve, syncopation, 2- and 3-part form, modulation, trills.Author: Howard KasschauISBN-10: 0793553024ISBN-13: 9780793553020Publisher:...

A group of resourceful kids start solution-seekers.com, a website where cybervisitors can get answers to questions that trouble them. But when one questioner asks the true meaning of Christmas, the kids seek to unravel the mystery by journeying back through the prophecies of the...

(Piano Collection). Contents: Eight Piano Pieces, Op. 76 * Two Rhapsodies, Op. 79 * Fantasies, Op. 116 * Three Intermezzi, Op. 117 * Six Piano Pieces, Op. 118 * Four Piano Pieces, Op. 119 * Study No. 1 (Etude after Chopin) * Study No....

(Piano). Two Pianos, Four Hands. 2 Copies needed to perform. To see other NFMC selections, click here.Author: Ludwig Van BeethovenISBN-10: 0793551927ISBN-13: 9780793551927Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 11.60h x 8.70w x 0.40d

(Guitar Collection). A beginner's manual to the classical guitar. Uses a systematic approach using the interesting solo and duet music written by Noad, one of the world's foremost guitar educators. No musical knowledge is necessary. Student can progress by simple stages. Many of the...

Author: Claude DebussyISBN-10: 0793551110ISBN-13: 9780793551118Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 40Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 11.80h x 8.70w x 0.20d

A group of resourceful kids start solution-seekers.com, a website where cybervisitors can get answers to questions that trouble them. But when one questioner asks the true meaning of Christmas, the kids seek to unravel the mystery by journeying back through the prophecies of the...

(Piano Duet). One Piano, Four Hands. To see other NFMC selections, click here.Author: Samuel BarberISBN-10: 0793549914ISBN-13: 9780793549917Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 68Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.70w x 0.20d

(Vocal Collection). Contents: Abendstern * Abschied * Am Grabe Anselmos * Am See (Bruchmann) * Am See (Mayrhofer) * An den Mond (Goethe) * An den Mond (Holty) * An den Tod * An die Entfernte * An die Geliebte * An die Laute...

(String Solo). The expressive, personal music of John Harbison has been highly acclaimed and his style is a fitting match for the rich resonance of the unaccompanie cello. This 4-movement suite was written in 1994 and first performed at the PAC at SUNY in...

(Vocal Collection). Step up to the next level with more student repertoire, continuing from The First Book of Solos and The First Book of Solos Part II . The more than 30 songs in each book require a little more vocal range and musical...

(Piano Collection). Recognized as one of Spain's premiere composers and pianists, the Album For Piano highlights some of his best compositions for this instrument. 14 pieces featured are based on folksongs and dances of his homeland. Contents: Allegro de Concierto * Andaluza * Barcarola...

(String Method). For unaccompanied violin.Author: Jacques F. MazasISBN-10: 0793536839ISBN-13: 9780793536832Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 11/01/1986Pages: 52Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 11.80h x 8.70w x 0.40d

(Guitar Method). One of the world's most popular beginning classical guitar methods by South American guitar virtuoso Julio Sagreras and translated by Bernard Moore. Features carefully sequenced studies covering technique and theory through music etudes and pieces.Author: Julio S. SagrerasISBN-10: 0793535867ISBN-13: 9780793535866Publisher: RicordiLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

A group of resourceful kids start solution-seekers.com, a website where cybervisitors can get answers to questions that trouble them. But when one questioner asks the true meaning of Christmas, the kids seek to unravel the mystery by journeying back through the prophecies of the...

(Piano Collection). Contents: Andante Con Moto * Choral * Echoes from the Theatre * Figured Choral * First Loss * Folk Song * The Happy Farmer Returning from Work * Harvest Song * The Horseman * Humming Song * Hunting Song (Jagerliedchen) * In...

Author: Domenico ScarlattiISBN-10: 0793529131ISBN-13: 9780793529131Publisher: Edward B. Marks Music CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/1984Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 11.70h x 8.70w x 0.20d

(Piano Publications). Contents: Andaluza * Arabesca * Asturiana * Danza Triste * Jota (Rondalla Aragonesa) * Mazurca * Minueto * Oriental * Valenciana * Villanesca * Zambra * Zarabanda.Author: Enrique GranadosISBN-10: 0793528054ISBN-13: 9780793528059Publisher: Edward B. Marks Music CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/1984Pages: 64Format: Paperback

(Vocal Collection). Contents: Verdi: Re dell' abisso affretati (Invocation Aria) (Un Ballo in Maschera) * O don fatale (Don Carlo) * Stride la vampa (Il Trovatore) * Condotta ell'era in ceppi (Il Trovatore) Rossini: Una voce poco fa (Il Barbiere di Siviglia) * Non...

(Vocal Collection). Contents: One Sweetly Solemn Thought (Ambrose) * The Lass with the Delicate Air (Arne) * My Heart Ever Faithful (Bach) * Then you'll remember me (The Bohemian Girl) (Balfe) * I love thee (Beethoven) * Habanera (Bizet) * Carry me back to...

A group of resourceful kids start solution-seekers.com, a website where cybervisitors can get answers to questions that trouble them. But when one questioner asks the true meaning of Christmas, the kids seek to unravel the mystery by journeying back through the prophecies of the...

(Vocal Collection). For well over a century, the G. Schirmer edition of 24 Italian Songs & Arias of the 17th and 18th Centuries has introduced millions of beginning singers to serious Italian vocal literature. Offered in two accessible keys suitable for all singers, it...

(Piano Publications). The complete suite, including: Cordoba * Andalucia * Alhambra * Gitanerias * Guadalquivir * Malaguena.Author: Ernesto LecuonaISBN-10: 0793525152ISBN-13: 9780793525157Publisher: Edward B. Marks Music CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/1984Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 11.80h x 8.70w x 0.40d

(Vocal Collection). Contents: C.P.E. Bach: Fecit potentiam (Magnificat) J.S. Bach: Quia fecit (Magnificat) * Et in spiritum sanctum (Mass in b minor) * Gerne will ich, Komm susses Kreuz, Mache dich mein Herze rein (St. Matthew Passion) * Betrachte, meine Seele (St. John Passion)...

(Vocal Collection). Contents: C.P.E. Bach: Quia fecit mihi magna (Magnificat) J.S. Bach: Deposuit potentes (Magnificat) * Benedictus (Mass in b minor) * Geduld, wenn mich falsche Zungen (St. Matthew Passion) * Ach, mein Sinn (St. John Passion) * Frohe Hirten, eilt, ach eilet (Christmas...

Through a musical language involving symbols, numbers, and tonality, J.S. Bach created emotional dimension in the preludes and fugues of The Well-Tempered Clavier. This book explores the use of that musical language, revealing how Bach used harmonic design and melodic and rhythmic motivic formulas...

This volume of the piano solo music of Claude Debussy includes many of his more well-known works: Clair de Lune * Arabesques 1 and 2 * La Soiree Dans Grenade * Jardins Sous La Pluie * Reflets Dans L'Eau * Prelude in A Minor...

Expertly arranged piano solo from our Kalmus Edition.Author: Giacomo PucciniISBN-10: 0769280862ISBN-13: 9780769280868Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/1985Pages: 28Format: Paperback