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Enigma-Edward Elgars berühmte Enigma -Variationen entstanden zwischen 1898 und 1899. Es handelt sich um eine Sammlung von Variationen über ein eigenes Thema. Jede der Variationen ist einem engen Freund des Komponisten gewidmet ( Dedicated to my Friends Pictured
SKU: M7.DOHR-20402
ISBN 9790202044025.
Die Variationen über ein eigenes Thema op. 36 zählen zu Edward Elgars bekanntesten Werken. Das Thema entstand im Spätherbst 1898 eher zufällig, als Elgar nur ein bisschen vor sich hin improvisierte. Aus dem Nichts, aus dem aber noch etwas werden kann (Elgar), erwuchsen in nur wenigen Monaten 14 Variationen, die der Komponist in der handschriftlichen Partitur mit dem Vermerk Enigma (Rätsel) versah. Das Rätsel der Variationsbezeichnungen hat Elgar selber durch seine Widmung - Gewidmet meinen Freunden, die darin abgebildet sind - geklärt: es sind die Initialen von Personen aus seinem Freundeskreis, deren verschiedene Charaktere Elgar in einen Variationen nachspürte. Vorliegende Bearbeitung bietet die Enigma-Variationen erstmals als Gesamtzyklus in einer Bearbeitung für Orgel. Die Registrierungshinweise sind dem Geiste der englischen Orgelromantik verpflichtet und orientieren sich an der Registrierungspraxis Elgars bei seinen Originalkompositionen für Orgel. Sie verstehen sich selbstverständlich nur als Anregungen, von denen je nach Orgeltypus, Raum und Disposition abgewichen werden kann. Es ist die Hoffnung des Bearbeiters, dieser großartigen Komposition durch diese Ausgabe eine noch breitere Aufmerksamkeit zu sichern und das Orgelrepertoire um ein Schlüsselwerk der Musikgeschichte zu bereichern. (Otto Depenheuer).
SKU: HL.4008688
UPC: 196288190431.
Nimro d is the name given to the ninth and best-known variation in Edward Elgar’s Enigma Variations, an orchestral work of 14 variations on an original theme composed between 1898 and 1899. Each variation is also a portrait of one of 14 members of Elgar's family and circle of friends. A celebrated work, Nimrod is a portrait of Augustus Johannes Jaeger, who in addition to being his bestfriend was also Elgar's editor. The variations all represent a series of portraits and as such are entitled with a name or initials that identify the person. Biblically, Nimrod is a great hunter of the Old Testament, thus representing his muse through a play on words: Jäger in German means'hunter'. The melody appears to represent a nocturnal stroll during which the two discuss Ludwig van Beethoven's slow movements; thefirst eight bars, in fact, recall the beginning of the second movement of the Pathétique Piano Sonata. An arrangement of classical music signed by Franco Cesarini which stands out for its skilful and careful instrumentation.
SKU: AP.44843S
UPC: 038081518459. English.
String orchestras can now get a faithful arrangement of this lush English masterpiece by Edward Elgar. Arranged by Todd Parrish, the theme is followed by three variations, in their original keys, displaying both the emotion and power of the original, concluding with the unsurpassed beauty of Nimrod. Optional timpani provides an even more exciting, authentic sound. (5:30).
SKU: CA.1801100
ISBN 9790007188108.
Not only the famous Nimrod, but also most of the other 14 Enigma Variations by Elgar - affectionate portraits of people from the composer's circle - are extremely suitable for performance on the organ. This is reflected in this edition, which contains Nimrod as well as ten other variations from the cycle for the first time in arrangements for organ. These are based on the two original versions for orchestra and for piano. The arrangements of these marvellous atmospheric variations are of moderate difficulty and are equally suitable for performance in concert or church services.
SKU: HL.14009640
The Chanson de Nuit was originally entitled Evensong, though it is difficult to discern any religiosity in the work. And although published in 1897, scholars suggest that these works may have been written in the 1880's. The contrast of the two melodies which Elgar then intertwines yield a satisfying short work, especially with the composer's fine Orchestration.Elgar published the Chanson de Nuit - and its partner, Chanson de Matin - at the time of his life when he was also creating the Enigma Variations and The Dream of Gerontius. This work was originally created as a Violin and Piano duet, but Elgar then Orchestrated the work and it was presented at the Proms. Sincethen, other arrangements have been created.
