SKU: A0.1399602

Spring Flowers - Blackthorn by Cornelius Gurlitt, Op. 215, No. 1, is a delightful piano piece that evokes the beauty and vitality of the spring season. In this composition, Gurlitt captures the essence of blooming blackthorn flowers with lively and expressive music.

The piece opens with a bright and cheerful melody, reminiscent of the first signs of spring emerging from the cold of winter. The notes dance playfully on the piano, painting a vivid picture of the delicate blackthorn blossoms swaying in the breeze.

As the music progresses, Gurlitt introduces variations in tempo and dynamics, reflecting the ever-changing nature of the springtime landscape. The melody rises and falls, mimicking the growth and movement of the flowers as they burst into full bloom.

Throughout Spring Flowers - Blackthorn, Gurlitt employs rich harmonies and intricate rhythms to create a sense of depth and texture. The music is imbued with a sense of joy and renewal, inviting the listener to bask in the beauty of nature's awakening.

Overall, Spring Flowers - Blackthorn is a charming and evocative piano piece that celebrates the vibrancy of the spring season. With its lively melodies and expressive flourishes, it captures the essence of new beginnings and the promise of growth and renewal.

SKU: A0.1389670

Gurlitt's Buds and Blossoms, Op. 107 No. 7, delicately unfolds like the opening of a flower. The piece begins with a tender melody, akin to the budding of delicate petals, portrayed by soft, flowing arpeggios in the piano. As the music progresses, the melody blossoms into fullness, with richer harmonies and a sense of growth. The interplay between the piano and accompanying instruments mirrors the dance of nature, as buds evolve into full, vibrant blooms. Throughout, Gurlitt captures the essence of springtime renewal, painting a musical portrait of buds bursting into glorious blossoms.

SKU: A0.881619

An impressionistic piano solo evoking the haunting lushness of hanging wisteria blossoms.

SKU: A0.1091961

Like a rising Phoenix, the peaceful prelude slowly opens and blossoms to setup the main theme. A driving rhythmic figure outlined in the interchanging time signatures create the dramatic twist that sends the song into a whirlwind adventure. Sharp accents mark the climax of the song, reaching its pinnacle conclusion with a somewhat unresolved finale symbolizing the now fully-grown Phoenix sailing into the distance. This dazzling number is fun to play, and your audience will definitely enjoy at your next performance!

SKU: A0.1031803

This piano piece is based on the popular Chinese folk tune The Jasmine Flower. It uses it as thematic material and develops as the Jasmine flower grows and blossoms. The use of octaves as ostinato symbolizes a war torn China in the second world war and with the return of the main theme at the very end symbolizing a new Jasmine has sprung from the ashes of the war as it begins anew.

SKU: A0.990888

This spirited mini piano solo begins with a driving determination up the keyboard, then blossoms into a transcendent pinnacle which floats back down to a whimsical resolve.

SKU: A0.961642

Piano Solo, with optional short narration. 6 pages. Day 1 from a suite called The Seven Days of Creation.
This piece begins with a mysterious and eerie atmosphere. The tension created as the piece builds eventually blossoms into a sparkle of intense joy.

Other pieces available in this suite are: Sky, Land and Sea, Wind and Water Ballet, Celestial Guides, Parade of Creatures and Sabbath Rest.

SKU: A0.1255160

Chinese Spring is a delicate and soft composition that embodies the essence of a blossoming season in China. With its light and airy demeanor, this piece captures the beauty and grace of springtime in a unique blend of influences, featuring a soft syncopated rhythm reminiscent of a quasi-jazz waltz.

The composition transports the listener to a tranquil Chinese garden, where cherry blossoms gently sway in the breeze and fragrant flowers fill the air. The melody dances playfully, painting a vivid picture of nature awakening from its winter slumber. The syncopated rhythm adds a touch of liveliness and whimsy, infusing the piece with a sense of joy and spontaneity.

Chinese Spring invites the listener to embrace the serenity of the season, as well as the vibrant energy that comes with the blooming of nature. The soft and gentle nature of the composition creates a calming atmosphere, allowing the listener to immerse themselves in the beauty of the moment.

As the piece unfolds, it incorporates elements of quasi-jazz waltz, infusing the traditional Chinese-inspired melodies with a subtle modern twist. The rhythmic interplay between the melody and the syncopated accompaniment creates a lively and captivating atmosphere, evoking a sense of celebration and the spirit of springtime festivities.

The composition, with its light and soft character, pays homage to the rich cultural heritage of China while embracing a contemporary musical sensibility. It captures the essence of a season of renewal and growth, encapsulating the beauty and optimism that comes with the arrival of spring.

Chinese Spring serves as a musical tribute to the harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, inviting the listener to experience the enchantment of a new beginning and the timeless beauty of a season filled with promise.

SKU: A0.866444

This is a expressive piano solo written in the key of G major with a ternary form. The intermediate to late intermediate student will enjoy the pleasing middle section which portrays the beginning of Springtime blossoms.