Méditation De Thaïs (MASSENET JULES)

SKU: BT.ALHE09622

French.

Massenet Jules Thais Meditation Piano Book.

SKU: BT.ALHE09626

French.

The instantly recognisable and ever-popular Méditation, from the opera Tha s by Jules Massenet (1842-1912), remains a strong favourite in the classical repertoire, superbly arranged for Flute and Piano by French flautist, PaulTaffanel. Massenet first studied music with his mother before entering the Paris Conservatoire. He is best known for his operas, of which he composed over thirty. Tha s was first performed at the Opéra Garnier in Paris in 1894and continues to be one of the composer's most performed operas. The famous Méditation, is an intermezzo, originally for Violin and Orchestra, which has since been arranged for many different instruments, making it a frequentconcert piece. The arrangement for Flute and Piano remains in the original key of D major and displays the passionate religious intentions. Taffanel's adaptions include breath marks, phrasing, changing octaves for some notes andarticulation, among other aspects. Massenet's Méditation is challenging through its use of lyricism in the upper register, yet it remains a favoured and popular piece in the Flute's repertoire.

SKU: CL.012-4702-01

Excerpted from French composer Jules Massenet’s opera Thais, this beautiful setting of Meditation has been arranged for flute solo with concert band. Feature your outstanding flautist or guest artist with this lovely work. The band accompaniment requires a minimal amount of rehearsal and preparation, and provides a great opportunity to showcase your soloist. Stunning!

About C.L. Barnhouse Spotlight Series

The Barnhouse Spotlight series includes publications for solo instruments with concert band accompaniment. These publications are designed to feature outstanding members of your band as soloist, and to provide unique and entertaining programming options. Solo parts are graded more difficult than the band accompaniments