6 Sonatinas, Op. 54

6 Sonatinas, Op. 54 PDF

Author: Cornelius Gurlitt

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781457441943

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These six intermediate-level sonatinas generally follow the traditional three-movement form (sonata-allegro, slow movement and rondo). Containing an excellent blend of Classical and Romantic period harmonies and lyric motives, the sonatinas lie well under the hands. A fresh alternative to Clementi's Sonatinas, Op. 36 and Diabelli's Sonatinas, Opp. 151 and 168.

6 Sonatinas

6 Sonatinas PDF

Author: Franz Joseph Haydn

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781457442940

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These early keyboard works by Haydn were originally called Divertimentos or Sonatas, but because of their form and brevity were later renamed. Containing two to four movements each, they include much that is the essence of the Haydn style. The "Sonatina in G Major," Hob. XVI/8 is perhaps the best known of the set, yet all are worthy of study as preparation for Mozart and Haydn sonatas.

18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109

18 Characteristic Studies, Op. 109 PDF

Author: Johann Friedrich Burgmüller

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 9781457440106

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This edition is a wonderful collection of small character studies composed by Friedrich Burgmüller (1806-1874). Each piece presents a consistent technical problem, which is often the main idea of the piece, while at the same time having a distinct and lovely musical appeal. Each study is quite melodious and has a programmatic title. This edition may be used as a sequel to Burgmüller's

Masters of the Piano Fantasy

Masters of the Piano Fantasy PDF

Author: Maurice Hinson

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 1989-02

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13:

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This enchanting collection features 11 pieces by the composers who greatly contributed to this musical style, including C.P.E. Bach, Brahms, Haydn, Rachmaninoff and Scriabin. With an informative introduction and performance notes for each piece, intermediate to moderately advanced students will be challenged to produce accurate interpretations and performances.