Master Melodies

This collection of sheet music by the great French composer Maurice Ravel features 19 of his greatest pieces all newly-arranged especially for this volume. The subtle melodies and achingly beautiful harmonies of theselush Impressionist pieces truly do illustrate the sheer Joy Of Ravel. The pieces by Ravel included in this collection rank alongside Debussy as some of the prettiest Piano music evercomposed. Ravel himself categorically refused the term 'Impressionist' believing it to be reserved for paintings only but his?music so closely resembles the colourful flourishing and affective beauty of those worksof art that it is difficult to resist such a description. Featuring works like Boléro Jeux D'Eau Pavane Pour Une Infante Défunte as well as excerpts from La Valse The Joy Of Ravel?forsolo Piano sound utterly divine. Pieces like Menuet Antique Prélude and the selections from Le Tombeau De Couperin?perfectly encapsulate what makes Ravel's compositions soincredible. His perfectionist methods resulted in extended harmonies complexly musical modulations and masterful melodies that make these 19 works of art an unabashed joy to play and to hear. One of the great things about thissheet music book is the visual beauty of the music. With lilting notes and extensive ties this is not only a work full of aural pleasure but it's some of the nicest-looking notation out there. Certainly in this case what you seeis what you get simply The Joy Of Ravel. The Joy Of...?series is a constantly growing collection of musical editions that is now recognised and loved throughout theworld. Originally compiled by the editorial hand of renowned teacher arranger and musicologist Denes Agay the series continues to reflect his influence and covers a wide variety of musical genres including the classics folk

As a prestigious composer of the early 20th century Maurice Ravel's Pièce En Forme De Habanera transcribed for the Cello by Paul Bazelaire contains many features which continue to make the composer's music popular and loved to this day. Known for his masterful melodies and rich harmonies  Pièce En Forme De Habaneraclearly exemplifies these qualities through flourishing Cello lines and evocative chordal and rhythmic Piano accompaniments. Moreover Habanera rhythms heard throughout the piece create further excitement. All of these musical elements combine to create a highly enjoyablepiece for the Cello repertoire. In addition the clear print of separate Cello and Piano parts in this edition of Pièce En Forme De Habanera add to an irresistible purchase for budding cellists.

As a prestigious composer of the early 20th century Maurice Ravel's Pièce En Forme De Habañera transcribed for Bassoon and Piano by Fernand Oubradous contains many features which continue to make the composer's music popular and loved to this day. Known for his masterful melodies and rich harmonies  Pièce En Forme De Habañera clearly exemplifies these qualities through flourishing Bassoon lines and evocative chordal and rhythmic Piano accompaniments. Moreover Habanera rhythms heard throughout the piece create further excitment. All of these musical elementscombined create a highly enjoyable piece for the Bassoon and Piano repertoire. In addition the clear print of separate solo and accompaniment parts in this edition ofPièce En Forme De Habañera add to an irresistible purchase for aspiring Bassoon players.

As a prestigious composer of the early 20th century Maurice Ravel's Pièce En Forme De Habanera transcribed for Cello and Guitar by Joaquim de Sousa-Antunes contains many features which continue to make the composer's music popular and loved to this day. Known for his masterful melodies and rich harmonies  Pièce En Forme De Habanera clearly exemplifies these qualities through flourishing Cello lines and evocative chordal and rhythmic Guitar accompaniments. Moreover Habanera rhythms heard throughout the piece create further excitement. All of these musical elements combine to createa highly enjoyable piece for the Cello and Guitar repertoire. In addition the clear print of separate solo and accompaniment parts in this edition ofPièce En Forme De Habanera add to an irresistible purchase for aspiring Cello players.

Some of Alfred Music's finest writers have contributed to this special collection, which includes carol arrangements, famous texts, masterwork melodies, and original songs. Find selections for holiday concerts, winter recitals, church services, and community events in this one useful volume. / Voix Moyennes

Some of Alfred Music's finest writers have contributed to this special collection, which includes carol arrangements, famous texts, masterwork melodies, and original songs. Find selections for holiday concerts, winter recitals, church services, and community events in this one useful volume. / Voix Haute

A Series Written And Arranged For Classical And Jazz Guitarists. Par RAMO MICHELE. 'Michéle Ramo is a composer to be reckoned with!” (Charlie Byrd). This fresh, exciting new material will be a fantastic addition to your collection! Original compositions and arrangements for fingerstyle guitar make up a terrific book of Classical, Brazilian, and Swing music by guitarist, violinist and composer Michéle Ramo. Each piece is dedicated to a special guitarist and reflects the spirit of the tribute with wonderful melodies and harmonies. This volume pays homage to Charlie Byrd, Luiz Bonfá, Jorge Morel, Bucky Pizzarelli and Howard Alden. These full guitar arrangements along with the actual chords make it great for both classical and jazz players. Book/CD Set presented in standard notation and tablature. - Classical, Brazilian, and swing music by guitarist, violinist and composer Michéle Ramo - Original compositions and arrangements for fingerstyle guitar - Pays homage to Charlie Byrd, Luiz Bonfá, Jorge Morel, Bucky Pizzarelli and Howard Alden - Full guitar arrangements along with the actual chords make it great for both classical and jazz players - Book/CD Set presented in standard notation and tablature / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Jazz - Solos / Tablatures / Guitare Tablatures

Guitar arrangements transcribed by the artists themselves in standard notation and tab. Each edition includes a masterclass-style CD in which the artist walks you through the key aspects and techniques for each arrangement. This edition features twenty-five beautiful Celtic melodies masterfully arranged for solo guitar as performed by Jim Tozier on his Celtic Guitar CD. Each amazingly accessible yet truly beautiful arrangement was transcribed by Jim Tozier himself. The included full performance CD is so stunning that it alone is worth the price. Jim has been called 'one of most eloquent Celtic guitarists in the world' (Guitarnation.com) and histreatment of these traditional Irish and Scottish tunes is tasteful and true. This collection is comprised of time-honored favorites and lesser-known Celtic gems which makes it an essential resource for players of all levels. A CD with full-length recordings and performance notes is included. Songs are arranged in DADGAD CGDGAD and CGCGCD tunings.