Piano,Tenor Trombone - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1271338 Composed by Bela Bartok. Arranged by Ralph Sauer. 20th Century. Score and part. 28 pages. Gordon Cherry #863733. Published by Gordon Cherry (A0.1271338). Bartok's Romanian Christmas Songs, also known as Román népi karácsonyi énekek, written in 1915 is a delightful collection of piano pieces that celebrate the festive spirit of Christmas in Romania. Composed by Béla Bartók, a renowned Hungarian composer and ethnomusicologist, these songs showcase his deep appreciation for folk music traditions. In this enchanting repertoire, Bartók captures the essence of Romanian holiday customs through rich harmonies, lively rhythms, and colorful melodies. The music reflects the warmth and joy of the Christmas season, incorporating traditional Romanian folk elements with Bartok's distinct compositional style. From playful dances to heartfelt laments and exuberant carols, the Romanian Christmas Songs evoke a sense of community, spirituality, and cultural heritage. With their vibrant and captivating nature, these compositions continue to be cherished and performed during the holiday season, spreading festive cheer and celebrating the enduring beauty of Romanian musical traditions.Ralph Sauer has beautifully arranged 19 of these glorious songs in two sets of 9 and 10 songs for Trombone and Piano. They are appropriate for advanced performers and each set is about 5 minutes in length totaling 10 minutes for the entire work.
