Clarinet and Piano Charles Neidich 21st Century Series for Clarinet-Written for ...(+)
Clarinet and Piano Charles Neidich 21st Century Series for Clarinet-Written for virtuoso clarinetist Heinrich Baermann Concertino would become the first work of an impressive oeuvre for clarinet one which along with that of Mozart Spohr and Brahms constitutes the backbone of the repertoire.Internationally-recognized clarinetist Charles Neidich unites for the first time Weber's original text with the edition published by Baermann's son which had formed the basis of most subsequent editions. Also presented areexamples from Cyrille Rose's 1879 edition which was the foundation of the French tradition and which held much more closely to Weber's original. This new critical edition inspires those learning the piece to develop their ownpersonal yet informed interpretation of Weber's premiere clarinet masterpiece.
Arranged for Clarinet and Piano-Taking inspiration from Jascha Heifetz masterful...(+)
Arranged for Clarinet and Piano-Taking inspiration from Jascha Heifetz masterful transcription of George Gershiwns wonderfully original Three Preludes Charles Neidich has created a work that functions as a real duet between the clarinet and piano. Rather than simplytranspose the Heifetz violin part Neidich adapted the work to fit the clarinet taking what works well and changing other parts often returning to Gershwins original to fit the character of the clarinet. The transcription includes an A clarinetpart in E minor for those who find the 2nd Preludes original key of D# minor daunting.
This wonderful piece's inspiration is found in the visual and auditory intricaci...(+)
This wonderful piece's inspiration is found in the visual and auditory intricacies of rivers as they evolve from rivulets and continually fluctuate between waterfalls violent rapids and tranquil pools as the terrain changes. The piano presents a constant flowing motion that is placid and lyrical in some passages while spirited and syncopated in others. The clarinet presents a bold awakening introductory gesture and weaves in and out of the musical fabric as the piece moves forward.
Landscape with Blues-This new edition offers for the first time a clarinet solo ...(+)
Landscape with Blues-This new edition offers for the first time a clarinet solo part edited with commentary by internationally-acclaimed clarinet artist Richard Stoltzman. Includes piano reduction by Sarah Gibson along with a CD containing Stoltzman'soriginal recording with the IRIS Chamber Orchestra.
Introduction Theme and Variations for Clarinet-The work is based on two of Ross...(+)
Introduction Theme and Variations for Clarinet-The work is based on two of Rossini's most moving dramatic arias and remains one of the most popular virtuosic works for clarinet to this day. This critical edition by celebrated clarinetist Charles Neidich takes a fresh approachto this work blending the 19th Century bel canto traditions which emphasize the emotional context of the arias in the musical notation with a master's perspective on modern clarinet technique. Detailed annotations and historicalbackground equip the clarinetist with an in-depth musical and technical facility to authentically convey the characteristic elegance and drama of Rossini's style. The edition also includes a new cadenza by Neidich selected fromfour of his original cadenzas as the one that best embraces the essence of the original work and aria inspiration.