Japanese Piano Works

SKU: YM.GTP01101569

ISBN 9784636112634. 12 x 9 inches.

Introducing the official sheet music collection of Hayato Sumino, currently one of the most prominent active Japanese pianists globally. Known for his extensive concert performances both in Japan and abroad, Sumino captivates fans through his YouTube channel as Cateen, where he uniquely blends classical techniques, arrangements, and improvisation. This collection features seven pieces, ranging from familiar piano compositions showcased on YouTube and in concerts to lively performances using a toy piano and melodica, such as Tinkerland. Also included are the jazzy number composed for a commercial, TOUT LE MONDE VALSE, and the beautiful piano trio (violin, cello, piano) piece Kasumigusa. This compilation not only explores classical genres but showcases Sumino's versatile talent. --About Hayato Sumino 'Cateen': A Japanese pianist and composer gaining international recognition, Hayato Sumino won the Grand Prix at the 42nd PTNA Piano Competition Special Class during his graduate studies at the University of Tokyo. Beyond numerous concert activities, he captivates a global audience as a YouTuber under the name 'Cateen,' blending classical techniques, arrangements, and improvisation. In addition to his piano performances, he shares insights into the mechanisms of his playing and arrangements through the Cateen Lab. Explore the sheet music collections of the pianist who continues to challenge and innovate, offering not just a chance to try piano performances but also an opportunity to savor the charm of his arrangements.

SKU: HL.50511919

ISBN 9790080302071. K/4 (23,5x31) inches. Japanese. Bela Bartok.

The series For Children (together with Mikrokosmos) belongs undoubtedly to the basic works of piano instuction. It is learned from almost all over the world, its sheet music edition is sold by Boosey & Hawkes and EMB in territorial distribution. The present edition was prepared by the composer's son Peter Bartok living in the United States who used all available manuscripts and other documents which helped clarify the uncertainties concerning the music text. In order to meet this objective, a completely new engraving was made and the editor described the historical background of the emergence and the editions of the work as well as the nature of the corrections. The third and fourth parts based on Slovak folksongs appear now contracted to one volume with Hungarian, German and Slovak titles, folksong texts and notes of the editor in Hungarian and German. (Hungaroton HCD 12304)

SKU: HL.50511918

ISBN 9790080302064. Bach (23 x 30,2 cm) inches. Japanese. Bela Bartok.

The series For Children (together with Mikrokosmos) belongs undoubtedly to the basic works of piano instuction. It is learned from almost all over the world, its sheet music edition is sold by Boosey & Hawkes and EMB in territorial distribution. The present edition was prepared by the composer's son Peter Bartok living in the United States who used all available manuscripts and other documents which helped clarify the uncertainties concerning the music text. In order to meet this objective, a completely new engraving was made and the editor described the historical background of the emergence and the editions of the work as well as the nature of the corrections. The two volumes based on Hungarian folksongs appear now contracted to one volume with Hungarian and German titles, folksong texts and explanatory notes. Territorial restrictions may apply. Please ask before ordering. (Hungaroton HCD 12304).

SKU: HL.48186403

UPC: 888680828219. 9.0x12.0x0.228 inches.

Contemporar y Japanese composer, Yuko Uebayashi moved to Paris in 1998. Uebayashi's works have been met with much success in both Japan and France, Sonata for Flute and Piano being no exception. Flautist Jean Ferrandis described Uebayashi's works as gems that, although they are so different, they yet belong to the same world, a world of vivacity, dreams, tenderness, humour, and one that is subtly contradicted by vehemence, virtuosity, melancholy and sorrow. Sonata for Flute and Piano is made up of four movements with a typical performance lasting around 26 minutes. Sonata for Flute and Piano is modern in style, exploiting tonality, rhythm and the ensemble, making this a sublime addition to the advanced repertoire of the instrument.

SKU: YM.GTP01100466

ISBN 9784636103175. 8.5 x 12 inches.

Yoshiko Kurokawa's new proposal of piano technique. The author, Yoshiko Kurokawa, explains that you can easily and effectively learn the basic techniques that are important for piano performance, as described in Chopin's Draft of Technique, Brahms' Practice Book, and Hummel's Theory of Piano Technique. In addition to warm-up and exercise pieces by the auther Kurokawa herself, the book includes works by composers such as Hummel, Clementi, and Mozart, as well as exercise-specific exercises by Japanese composer Yasuhisa Tohma. The book is full of essential elements for piano playing and techniques, such as control of tone and volume balance in accompaniment form, awareness of palm strength essential for playing heavy notes, various ways of playing ornamented notes, tone and joint training depending on how the arms are placed when crossing, and important future techniques using the wrists and arms.

SKU: HL.48186271

UPC: 888680931667. 9.0x12.0x0.195 inches.

“Cont emporary Japanese composer, Yuko Uebayashi moved to Paris in 1998. Uebayashi's works have been met with much success in both Japan and France, Beyond Time for 2 Flutes and Piano being no exception. Flautist, Jean Ferrandis described Uebayashi's music as ”“gems that, although they are so different, they yet belong to the same world, a world of vivacity, dreams, tenderness, humour, and one that is subtly contradicted by vehemence, virtuosity, melancholy and sorrow.”“ Beyond Time contains four movements; 1) The distant light of the night, 2) The dancing light, 3) The white light, and 4) The rotating light in the dream. Beyond Time is modern in style, exploiting tonality, rhythm and the ensemble. A typical performance lasts about 18 minutes. Uebayashi's Beyond Time for 2 Flutes and Piano is a sublime addition to the ensemble repertoire.”.