Small Ensemble Piano,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.601828

By YO YO MA and Kathryn Stott. By Sergei Rachmaninoff. Arranged by Flavio Regis Cunha. 20th Century,Classical,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Instructional. 8 pages. Flavio Regis Cunha #6669111. Published by Flavio Regis Cunha (A0.601828).

Rachmaninoff: Zdes' Khorosho, Op. 21, No. 7 (as played by Yo Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott) ARRANGED for VIOLIN and Piano.

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Зде�ь хорошо (Zdes' khorosho, How nice is here) was written in April 1902, in a sweet moment in the composer's life: he had overcome a creative block and had just married his cousin Natalia Sarina. Zdes' khorosho is n. 7 from Twelve Romances, op. 21, a beautiful song that talks about the bond between man, nature and God. It’s also a love song; One of the things I like the most is the balance between contemplation and passion that Rachmaninov accomplishes. The poem, by the Countess Glafira Adolfovna Einerling, a contemporary writer of the composer who wrote under the pseudonym of Galina, simply describes a sunset. I don't know if the landscape portrayed is similar to what Rachmaninov could see from his home but no doubt he felt it part of his own; he even changed the beginning of the poem so he said that the nice place was here. Zdes' khorosho is a song full of lyricism, seemingly simple but demanding for the singer (please pay attention to the pianissimo at the last verse, which seems to arise from nowhere), with an exquisite accompaniment. Some scholars think that the true essence of Rachmaninov is found in songs like that, rather than in his athletic piano concerts.
Songs of Comfort and Hope is inspired by the series of recorded-at-home musical offerings that Ma began sharing in the first days of the COVID-19 lockdown in the United States. Over the course of the last year, Yo-Yo Ma’s #SongsofComfort grew from a self-shot video of Antonín Dvořák’s Goin’ Home into a worldwide effort that has reached more than 20 million people. Ma and Stott marked the next chapter in the project with this album, offering consolation and connection in the face of fear and isolation. The album includes 21 new recordings, which span modern arrangements of traditional folk tunes, canonical pop songs, jazz standards, and mainstays from the western classical repertoire.

Official Video by Yo-Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott, performing Rachmaninoff 'Zdes' khorosho' from Songs of Comfort and Hope

https://youtu.be/bcBcXV3lmKs 8 pages.

Piano,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.921366

Composed by Franz Wohlfahrt, Patrick Fata. Arranged by Portion Music. Classical,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. 78 pages. Portion Music #4994173. Published by Portion Music (A0.921366).

Newly composed piano accompaniments to Franz Wohlfahrt well-known études for solo violin. These études are used throughout the world by beginning and intermediate violinists. Playing them with these accompaniments will greatly improve intonation and transforms them into entertaining recital pieces. This includes all of book I.

Piano,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1097035

Composed by John Francis Wade and John Reading. Arranged by Vitor Melo. Christian,Christmas,Classical,Holiday,Religious. 2 pages. Melo Music #701001. Published by Melo Music (A0.1097035).

O Come, All Ye Faithful (originally spelled in Latin as Adeste Fideles) is a famous Christmas song that has been attributed to various authors. This beautiful hymn was first published by John Francis Wade in his collection Cantus Diversi (1751), with four Latin verses, and music set in the traditional square notation used for medieval liturgical music. Besides John Reading and John Francis Wade, the tune has been attributed to several musicians, from Handel to the German composer Gluck. The Portuguese composer Marcos Portugal or King John IV of Portugal have also been credited. Thomas Arne, whom Wade knew, is another possible composer. This arrangement features an easy-to-play violin version, with piano accompaniment and chords, for optional guitar accompaniment. Easy level. Key: G Major.

Piano,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.948808

Composed by Serghei Rachmaninov. Arranged by Adrian F. Pipas. 20th Century. 7 pages. Adrian F. Pipas #6642575. Published by Adrian F. Pipas (A0.948808).

ЗдеÑ�ÑŒ хорошо (Zdes' khorosho, How nice is here) was written in April 1902, in a sweet moment in the composer's life: he had overcome a creative block and had just married his cousin Natalia Sarina. Zdes' khorosho is n. 7 from Twelve Romances, op. 21, a beautiful song that talks about the bond between man, nature and God. It’s also a love song; One of the things I like the most is the balance between contemplation and passion that Rachmaninov accomplishes. The poem, by the Countess Glafira Adolfovna Einerling, a contemporary writer of the composer who wrote under the pseudonym of Galina, simply describes a sunset. I don't know if the landscape portrayed is similar to what Rachmaninov could see from his home but no doubt he felt it part of his own; he even changed the beginning of the poem so he said that the nice place was here. Zdes' khorosho is a song full of lyricism, seemingly simple but demanding for the singer (please pay attention to the pianissimo at the last verse, which seems to arise from nowhere), with an exquisite accompaniment. Some scholars think that the true essence of Rachmaninov is found in songs like that, rather than in his athletic piano concerts.

In 1963, the Russian composer Vladimir Michailovich Jurowski (father and grandfather of conductors) orchestrated ten songs by Rachmaninov, including Zdes' khorosho, and there is a later orchestration of this song by Michael Rot. You know that I usually find it difficult to renounce the original piano versions, especially when the composer didn't orchestrated them, but I recommend you to listen to Anna Netrebko singing this song with the Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra conducted by Valery Gergiev.

You might wonder why I don't share this version here, there are two reasons: first, I can’t do without that beautiful piano; two, I chose my version months ago (something that lately happens quite often). I said before that Zdes' khorosho is between contemplation and passion; Most of singers enhance the most contemplative perspective, that's the case of the lovely performance by Anna Netrebko. Others sing the most passionate version, like the one we’re listening today. Its tempo is faster than usual, it lasts about a minute and a half; maybe it would surprise you if you're used to slower versions. I hope you enjoy this song as much as me; I think this performance by Nicolai Gedda and Gerald Moore, recorded live in 1966, is wonderful.

Source: Liederabend.cat
https://www.liederabend.cat/en/bloc/entrades/400-how-nice-it-is-here

Piano,Violin - Digital Download

SKU: A0.952501

Composed by Raymond Luedeke. 20th Century,Contemporary. 118 pages. American Composers Alliance Inc. #4605693. Published by American Composers Alliance Inc. (A0.952501).

Five fancies and four interludes for violin and piano - PDF download includes score and part.

Piano,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.575401

By Brooks Holmes. By J.S. Bach (1685-1750). Arranged by Brooks Holmes. Baroque,Classical,Instructional,Wedding. 8 pages. Brooks Holmes #184749. Published by Brooks Holmes (A0.575401).

Arranged in the comfortable key of G, this is perfectly scored for the intermediate level musician performing at Weddings, Funerals or other special events. This arrangement provides sheet music for 2 different octaves from which the performer may select. The composition is easy to read, fun to play and sounds professional when performed. It is always an audience favorite and a “must have� for any working musician’s repertoire list. Check out Mr. Holmes’ YouTube performance for more details.

Piano,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.573159

Composed by James Michael Stevens. Arranged by James Michael Stevens. 20th Century,New Age,Sacred,Wedding. 85 pages. James M Stevens Music ASCAP #4890261. Published by James M Stevens Music ASCAP (A0.573159).

These are 12 original and ambient violin and piano duets with a different piece for every major key beginning with C major and each number moving a half step higher till number 12 in B major. These are all relaxing and romantic composition in quiet and calm styles and are somewhat a set of etudes encouraging the violinist and pianist to play similar styles in some keys that that may not be favorites. However, professional musicians have to play in every key and students would be well served play all and not avoid certain keys. All of these have piano tracks that may be used for performance or rehearsal and can be found under Quietude No. 1 Piano Track and just changing the number to find the right track. The MP3 is of No. 1 while the YouTube link is of number 2 in D flat major. There are separate violin parts for every piece. Most of the piano parts as seen can also serve as stand alone solos. James Michael Stevens is a prolific composer residing in Nashville, TN and serves as the Music Department Chairman of Welch College.