SKU: A0.1389128

Gabriel Fauré's Pelléas et Mélisande, Op. 80, is a suite of incidental music composed in 1898 for Maurice Maeterlinck's play of the same name. Fauré's composition is renowned for its delicate and evocative portrayal of the mysterious and tragic atmosphere of Maeterlinck's symbolist drama.

The suite consists of four movements:

    Prélude: The Prelude sets the mood for the entire piece, introducing listeners to the ethereal and melancholic world of Pelléas et Mélisande. Fauré's masterful orchestration creates an otherworldly atmosphere, with shimmering strings, delicate woodwinds, and haunting harmonies.

    Fileuse: This movement, often translated as Spinning Song, depicts Mélisande at her spinning wheel. The music captures the hypnotic rhythm of spinning, with gentle, flowing melodies and a sense of introspection.

    Sicilienne: The Sicilienne is perhaps the most famous movement of the suite. Its graceful melody, accompanied by a gentle dance-like rhythm, evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing. Fauré's use of the Sicilian rhythm lends the piece a timeless quality, transporting listeners to a world of beauty and sorrow.

    Mort de Mélisande: The suite concludes with the Death of Mélisande. This movement is a powerful culmination of the emotional journey depicted throughout the music. Fauré's music reflects the tragic climax of Maeterlinck's play, with poignant melodies and rich harmonies conveying a sense of grief and finality.

Overall, Fauré's Pelléas et Mélisande Op. 80 is a masterpiece of impressionistic music, capturing the emotional depth and beauty of Maeterlinck's timeless tale.

SKU: A0.1390619

Gabriel Fauréâ??s â??Pelléas et Mélisande,â?� Op. 80, is a suite of incidental music composed in 1898 for Maurice Maeterlinckâ??s play of the same name. Fauréâ??s composition is renowned for its delicate and evocative portrayal of the mysterious and tragic atmosphere of Maeterlinckâ??s symbolist drama.  The Prélude sets the mood for the entire piece, creating and otherworldly atmosphere and introducing listeners to the ethereal and melancholic world of Pelléas et Mélisande.

The full suite arranged for string orchestra is also available from the publisher, catalogue number 006CC012524AA.

SKU: A0.971971

Completely instrumental, this arrangement uses string orchestra and glockenspiel to accompany a harp soloist. The arrangement features a section where both of the melodies interweave with each other. I believe it is a fresh take on an old favorite.

SKU: A0.971967

Viola players can feel left out of the fun when they keep getting all the left over notes. All the cool melodies are split between the violins and the cellos while the bass plays moving bass lines but the poor viola, left to the last bits of harmony no one else is using. But in Voila Viola!, the viola is the star! The cheerful melody allows room for the viola to really express itself while being backed by moving harmonies. This piece is great for teaching timing and listening to the other players. Wide ranging eighth notes dominate this piece with emphasis on the viola's changing melodies while the backing harmonies keep the piece with the playfulness of pizzicato.

SKU: A0.923572

Duration 4:08. Based around 8 bar loops, this composition is ideal for secondary students and adult groups. Strongly filmesque and emotive. Parts vary in difficulty with the bass part carrying the harmonic structure. Technique building for string crossings, extension into thumb position for cello 1.  For alternate arrangements, please contact me on lisa@yellowspace.net.