Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549579 Composed by Edvard Grieg. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Concert,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards,World. Score and part. 18 pages. Jmsgu3 #3509399. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549579). Duration: ca. 2:17 Score: 10 pages, solo part: 2 pages, piano part: 5 pages. A proven audience pleaser - perfect for a recital encore! Grieg Background In the first place, Edvard Grieg (1843 –1907) was a Norwegian composer as well as a concert pianist. As a matter of fact, most music historians consider him one of the foremost Romantic era composers. Consequently, his music is part of the international standard classical repertoire. Grieg moreover used Norwegian folk music in his own compositions.  Consequently, he ushered Norwegian music to transnational consciousness. Furthermore, he forged a national musical identity for Norway. It is important to realize that he did this in a manner similar to Jean Sibelius in Finland, and BedÅ™ich Smetana in Bohemia. Legacy Grieg is especially celebrated in the city of Bergen. For example, the city has erected numerous statues depicting Grieg. Specifically, the city has named a concert hall (Grieg Hall), a music school (Grieg Academy) and a professional choir (Edvard Grieg Kor) after him. As a matter of fact, there is also a museum located at his former home in Troldhaugen. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 (Op. 46) Grieg wrote incidental music for the purpose of illustrating a play by Ibsen known as Peer Gynt. The play includes, in particular, the famous selection entitled, In the Hall of the Mountain King. In this composition, Grieg indeed depicts the exploits of the scoundrel, Peer Gynt. In one famous episode, for example, Peer steals a bride at her wedding. For this reason, the people chase him, but soon Peer falls, thereupon striking his skull on a boulder. He wakens forthwith in a highland bounded by angry gnomes. Consequently, the music of In the Hall of the Mountain King represents the mad gnomes taunting Peer. Therefore, each time the theme repeats it gets louder and faster. In the end, Peer surprisingly escapes from the mountain. Holberg Suite and Misc. Summary It must be remembered that Grieg originally wrote his Holberg Suite for the piano. In other words, he only later arranged it for strings. Further, Grieg composed by and large many songs with lyrics by famous writers such as Heine, Goethe, Ibsen, Hans Christian Andersen, Rudyard Kipling, and others. On balance, Norwegian pianist Eva Knardahl recorded altogether Grieg’s whole piano catalog on LP in 1980. These recordings were released again on CD in 2006. In any event, Grieg himself performed and recorded the bulk of these pieces toward the end of his life.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549820 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Children,Christmas,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and part. 48 pages. Jmsgu3 #3546585. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549820). Duration: 6:12, Score: 29 pages, Solo part: 6 pages, Piano part: 12 pages. This is the grand finale of the Nutcracker Suite. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Tchaikovsky is probably the most popular of the great composers in America. His music certainly appeals to musicians. Likewise, it appeals even to folks who don’t normally listen to serious music. This is probably because of his most noteworthy melodies. Above all, he writes with great emotion. This certainly makes a most noteworthy if not an unforgettable impact. Education First of all, He attended classes at the Russian Musical Society. Even more, He also attended the St. Petersburg Conservatory. There he studied music theory with Nikolai Zaremba. He also consequently studied composition with Anton Rubenstein. It seems like Rubenstein came under criticism from a group of Russian composers known as the Five. The Five The Five certainly rejected Western musical influences. They rather sought to use elements from Russian music. They furthermore wanted to use more exotic musical materials. Western Techniques More than other Russian composers, Tchaikovsky studied modern Western music. He certainly develops his music like the European masters. So, rather than repeating a motive, he moves to a new key. He then introduces a different theme in the new key. Hence, he maintained his independence from the Five. Even more, he became the first Russian composer of international stature. Influences Tchaikovsky was probably influenced in his ballet scoring by Léo Delibes. Richard Wagner influenced his symphonic writing. Tchaikovsky’s most famous works include the 1812 Overture, The Nutcracker Suite, and Swan Lake. Also famous are the Violin Concerto in D and the six symphonies. The greatest of the six symphonies may be No. 6, the Pathétique. Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a The Nutcracker Suite is a ballet that was performed for the first time in December 1892 in St. Petersburg. To begin with, the original ballet failed to attract a positive reception. However, the ballet suite became probably one of the most popular of all of Tchaikovsky’s works. The ballet suite became even more famous in the 1960s. It is now performed all over the world, particularly during the Christmas season.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549800 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Children,Christmas,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and part. 16 pages. Jmsgu3 #3539199. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549800). Duration: ca. 2:10. Score: 9 pages. 77 measures in 2/4. Solo part: 2 pages, Piano part: 4 pages. A favorite Christmas selection from the Nutcracker Suite. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Tchaikovsky is probably the most popular of the great composers in America. His music certainly appeals to musicians. Likewise, it appeals even to folks who don’t normally listen to serious music. This is probably because of his most noteworthy melodies. Above all, he writes with great emotion. This certainly makes a most noteworthy if not an unforgettable impact. Education First of all, He attended classes at the Russian Musical Society. Even more, He also attended the St. Petersburg Conservatory. There he studied music theory with Nikolai Zaremba. He also consequently studied composition with Anton Rubenstein. It seems like Rubenstein came under criticism from a group of Russian composers known as the Five. The Five The Five certainly rejected Western musical influences. They rather sought to use elements from Russian music. They furthermore wanted to use more exotic musical materials. Western Techniques More than other Russian composers, Tchaikovsky studied modern Western music. He certainly develops his music like the European masters. So, rather than repeating a motive, he moves to a new key. He then introduces a different theme in the new key. Hence, he maintained his independence from the Five. Even more, he became the first Russian composer of international stature. Influences Tchaikovsky was probably influenced in his ballet scoring by Léo Delibes. Richard Wagner influenced his symphonic writing. Tchaikovsky’s most famous works include the 1812 Overture, The Nutcracker Suite, and Swan Lake. Also famous are the Violin Concerto in D and the six symphonies. The greatest of the six symphonies may be No. 6, the Pathétique. Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a The Nutcracker Suite is a ballet that was performed for the first time in December 1892 in St. Petersburg. To begin with, the original ballet failed to attract a positive reception. However, the ballet suite became probably one of the most popular of all of Tchaikovsky’s works. The ballet suite became even more famous in the 1960s. It is now performed all over the world, particularly during the Christmas season.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549683 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Children,Christmas,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and part. 14 pages. Jmsgu3 #3520273. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549683). Duration: ca. 1:42, 52 measures, Score: 7 pages, solo part: 2 pages, piano part: 4 pages. A popular Christmas favorite from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Tchaikovsky is probably the most popular of the great composers in America. His music certainly appeals to musicians. Likewise, it appeals even to folks who don’t normally listen to serious music. This is probably because of his most noteworthy melodies. Above all, he writes with great emotion. This certainly makes a most noteworthy if not an unforgettable impact. Education First of all, He attended classes at the Russian Musical Society. Even more, He also attended the St. Petersburg Conservatory. There he studied music theory with Nikolai Zaremba. He also consequently studied composition with Anton Rubenstein. It seems like Rubenstein came under criticism from a group of Russian composers known as the Five. The Five The Five certainly rejected Western musical influences. They rather sought to use elements from Russian music. They furthermore wanted to use more exotic musical materials. Western Techniques More than other Russian composers, Tchaikovsky studied modern Western music. He certainly develops his music like the European masters. So, rather than repeating a motive, he moves to a new key. He then introduces a different theme in the new key. Hence, he maintained his independence from the Five. Even more, he became the first Russian composer of international stature. Influences Tchaikovsky was probably influenced in his ballet scoring by Léo Delibes. Richard Wagner influenced his symphonic writing. Tchaikovsky’s most famous works include the 1812 Overture, The Nutcracker Suite, and Swan Lake. Also famous are the Violin Concerto in D and the six symphonies. The greatest of the six symphonies may be No. 6, the Pathétique. Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a The Nutcracker Suite is a ballet that was performed for the first time in December 1892 in St. Petersburg. To begin with, the original ballet failed to attract a positive reception. However, the ballet suite became probably one of the most popular of all of Tchaikovsky’s works. The ballet suite became even more famous in the 1960s. It is now performed all over the world, particularly during the Christmas season.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549445 Composed by Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Instructional,Romantic Period,Sacred,Standards. Score and part. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #3497127. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549445). Score: 10 pages, solo part: 2 pages, piano part: 3 pages. Duration: 4:25. Not difficult, but requires sensitivity & dynamic control. Suitable for recitals, church meditations, or school programs. School Years First of all, Sullivan attended music school at the Royal Academy of Music. Because Sullivan was so talented, the Academy awarded him the Mendelssohn Scholarship for two years in a row. He, therefore, studied with John Goss, who studied with Thomas Atwood, who in turn studied with Mozart. Sullivan similarly studied the piano at the Academy with Arthur O’Leary. Study Abroad During his first year, he also earned money by singing solos in the Chapel Royal. At the end of his second year, the Academy consequently continued his scholarship and sent him to study at the Leipzig Conservatoire. He certainly studied composition, and likewise counterpoint and piano. Hence, during his final year in Leipzig, Sullivan finally completed his graduation composition project: Incidental Music for Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Association with Gilbert It seems like Sullivan built the bulk of his composing career largely in the 1860s. As a result, he became famous for his incidental music for the Tempest and his Irish Symphony. He, therefore, began collaborating with the poet W. S. Gilbert in the 1870s. Rather than focus on serious opera, Gilbert and Sullivan, in contrast, concentrated on comic operas such as H. M. S. Pinafore, the Pirates of Penzance, and the Mikado. Therefore, certainly as a result of his education and experience, Sullivan composed a total of 24 operas, 11 symphonic works, and 10 choral pieces. Even more, he wrote a large number of noteworthy hymns such as Onward Christian Soldiers. Lost Chord The general style of his music is maybe similar to Mendelssohn, Schumann, and perhaps Liszt. It seems like Sullivan was fond of writing distinct melodies for each character in his operettas. His melodies combine together as the characters did. Furthermore, he was a master orchestrator, and therefore played the flute, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone fluently. The Lost Chord Sullivan wrote his most noteworthy song the Lost Chord in 1877. As a result, it was a great success and was certainly performed all over the world by a variety of singers such as Enrico Caruso. Because Sullivan was the most famous composer in England, the Lost Chord became the most famous of all British or American songs of the 1870s and 1890s. Consequently, in 1888 Thomas Edison recorded The Lost Chord for the phonograph. It was one of the first songs ever recorded. Furthermore, Queen Victoria knighted Sullivan in 1883.  

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549425 Composed by Antonin Dvorak. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Instructional,Romantic Period,Sacred,Standards. Score and part. 12 pages. Jmsgu3 #3494017. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549425). Score: 7 pages, solo part: 2 pages, piano part: 3 pages. Duration: 4:25 Not difficult, but requires sensitivity & dynamic control. Suitable for recitals, church meditations, or school programs. Dvořák Background Antonín Dvořák (1841 –1904) was, of course, a composer from Czechoslovakia. As a matter of fact, he was among the first Bohemian composers to attain universal recognition. It is important to realize that the late Romantic Nationalist period featured composers who used traditional and folk elements to portray the character of their nation. In particular, we see this in the music of Grieg (Norway), Finland (Sibelius), and Smetana (Bohemia).  Dvořák relied markedly on rhythms and other characteristics of Moravian and Bohemian folk music. Ascent to Fame Dvořák was truly a child musical prodigy on the violin. The premiere performances of his compositions notably occurred in 1872 and 1873. He submitted his First Symphony in particular to a German competition, but it failed to win. Consequently, in 1874 he presented two more symphonies to the Austrian State Prize for Composition. Johannes Brahms was the principal of the jury and was accordingly very impressed. They forthwith awarded the prize to Dvořák in 1874, 1876, and 1877. At this point, Brahms thereupon endorsed Dvořák to the publisher Simrock. Later, the publisher commissioned Dvořák to compose the Slavonic Dances, Op. 46. These became popular overnight and, as a result, Dvořák's worldwide status was launched. International Status Dvořák visited England upon invitation nine times. On each visit, he frequently conducted performances of his own compositions. He conducted concerts of his music, especially in Moscow and St. Petersburg. Eventually, the Prague Conservatory in fact appointed Dvořák as a professor. There, to be sure, he wrote his famous Dumky Trio. United States Consequently, the National Conservatory of Music of America appointed him as director in 1892. As a result, Dvořák composed his two most famous symphonic works: the Symphony No. 9 (From the New World), which spread his name universally, and his Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, one of the most famous of all cello works. Moreover, he wrote his most celebrated American String Quartet during this time. At the same time, because of his growing recognition in Europe and his homesickness for his own country, he left to return to Bohemia in 1895.  

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1387669 Composed by Edvard Grieg. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Classical,Film/TV,Romantic Period,Wedding. Score and part. 4 pages. Glauco Fernandes #971526. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1387669). Discover the magic and enchantment of classical music with our exclusive sheet music arrangement of the famous composition In the Hall of the Mountain King by Edvard Grieg. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to cater to musicians ranging from easy to intermediate levels, ensuring a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience. Perfect for students looking to enhance their musical skills, teachers in search of inspiring teaching material, and professionals seeking to add an impressive piece to their repertoire for various events, including weddings.Our sheet music is the ideal choice for those who value practicality without compromising quality. With a clear and easy-to-follow formatting, musicians of all levels can benefit, making learning this classical masterpiece accessible and gratifying. Whether you're a student refining your techniques, a teacher looking for teaching resources that captivate and motivate your students, or a professional seeking to diversify your repertoire with a classic piece that is guaranteed to be a success at any event, our sheet music is the solution you're looking for.In the Hall of the Mountain King is one of the most recognized and beloved pieces in the classical repertoire, known for its ability to capture the listener's imagination, taking them on an exciting journey through music. Our sheet music makes performing this iconic work easier while maintaining the essence and dynamics of Grieg's original composition, but adapted to make it accessible to non-advanced musicians.In addition to being an excellent addition to the repertoire of musicians performing at weddings and various events, this sheet music serves as a valuable teaching resource, helping to develop technical and expressive skills in music students. Through this piece, students can explore themes such as dynamics, articulation, and musical expression while becoming familiar with one of the most thrilling works in the classical repertoire.Get your copy of the In the Hall of the Mountain King arrangement today and dive into the beauty of this timeless composition. We offer an unforgettable musical experience, combining practicality, accessibility, and the highest quality. Ideal for musicians looking to enrich their musical journey, whether in educational, professional settings, or memorable performances.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1387672 Composed by Edvard Grieg. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Classical,Film/TV,Romantic Period,Wedding. Score and part. 4 pages. Glauco Fernandes #971529. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1387672). Discover the magic and enchantment of classical music with our exclusive sheet music arrangement of the famous composition In the Hall of the Mountain King by Edvard Grieg. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to cater to musicians ranging from easy to intermediate levels, ensuring a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience. Perfect for students looking to enhance their musical skills, teachers in search of inspiring teaching material, and professionals seeking to add an impressive piece to their repertoire for various events, including weddings.Our sheet music is the ideal choice for those who value practicality without compromising quality. With a clear and easy-to-follow formatting, musicians of all levels can benefit, making learning this classical masterpiece accessible and gratifying. Whether you're a student refining your techniques, a teacher looking for teaching resources that captivate and motivate your students, or a professional seeking to diversify your repertoire with a classic piece that is guaranteed to be a success at any event, our sheet music is the solution you're looking for.In the Hall of the Mountain King is one of the most recognized and beloved pieces in the classical repertoire, known for its ability to capture the listener's imagination, taking them on an exciting journey through music. Our sheet music makes performing this iconic work easier while maintaining the essence and dynamics of Grieg's original composition, but adapted to make it accessible to non-advanced musicians.In addition to being an excellent addition to the repertoire of musicians performing at weddings and various events, this sheet music serves as a valuable teaching resource, helping to develop technical and expressive skills in music students. Through this piece, students can explore themes such as dynamics, articulation, and musical expression while becoming familiar with one of the most thrilling works in the classical repertoire.Get your copy of the In the Hall of the Mountain King arrangement today and dive into the beauty of this timeless composition. We offer an unforgettable musical experience, combining practicality, accessibility, and the highest quality. Ideal for musicians looking to enrich their musical journey, whether in educational, professional settings, or memorable performances.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1464364 By Billie Eilish. By Billie Eilish O'Connell and Finneas O'Connell. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Pop,Wedding. Score and part. 10 pages. Glauco Fernandes #1043086. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1464364). Introducing the exclusive arrangement of Billie Eilish's song Birds Of A Feather, now available for purchase on major online sheet music platforms. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to provide a rich and engaging musical experience, ideal for musicians of various levels and purposes.If you are an instrument student, this arrangement is perfect for enhancing your technical and interpretive skills with a modern and relevant piece. Music teachers will find this material an excellent option to motivate and engage their students with a contemporary and popular song. Additionally, professional or amateur musicians who perform at events, such as weddings, will discover that Birds Of A Feather is a charming and emotional addition to their repertoire, capable of captivating any audience.The sheet music has been created with attention to detail, ensuring a faithful and accessible transcription of the original work. This arrangement offers an authentic and exciting performance, preserving the essence of Billie Eilish's music and providing a unique experience for both players and listeners.Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this unique piece and enrich your musical collection with one of Billie Eilish's most remarkable songs. Take advantage of this high-quality sheet music to create unforgettable moments in your performances and lessons.Tags: sheet music, arrangement, modern music, Billie Eilish, Birds Of A Feather, sheet music for students, teaching material, music lessons, professional musicians, amateur musicians, events, weddings, musical transcription, online sheet music, sheet music purchase, contemporary sheet music, popular sheet music.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1464352 By Billie Eilish. By Billie Eilish O'Connell and Finneas O'Connell. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Pop,Wedding. Score and part. 11 pages. Glauco Fernandes #1043074. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1464352). Introducing the exclusive arrangement of Billie Eilish's song Birds Of A Feather, now available for purchase on major online sheet music platforms. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to provide a rich and engaging musical experience, ideal for musicians of various levels and purposes.If you are an instrument student, this arrangement is perfect for enhancing your technical and interpretive skills with a modern and relevant piece. Music teachers will find this material an excellent option to motivate and engage their students with a contemporary and popular song. Additionally, professional or amateur musicians who perform at events, such as weddings, will discover that Birds Of A Feather is a charming and emotional addition to their repertoire, capable of captivating any audience.The sheet music has been created with attention to detail, ensuring a faithful and accessible transcription of the original work. This arrangement offers an authentic and exciting performance, preserving the essence of Billie Eilish's music and providing a unique experience for both players and listeners.Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this unique piece and enrich your musical collection with one of Billie Eilish's most remarkable songs. Take advantage of this high-quality sheet music to create unforgettable moments in your performances and lessons.Tags: sheet music, arrangement, modern music, Billie Eilish, Birds Of A Feather, sheet music for students, teaching material, music lessons, professional musicians, amateur musicians, events, weddings, musical transcription, online sheet music, sheet music purchase, contemporary sheet music, popular sheet music.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1464365 By Billie Eilish. By Billie Eilish O'Connell and Finneas O'Connell. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Pop,Wedding. Score and part. 10 pages. Glauco Fernandes #1043087. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1464365). Introducing the exclusive arrangement of Billie Eilish's song Birds Of A Feather, now available for purchase on major online sheet music platforms. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to provide a rich and engaging musical experience, ideal for musicians of various levels and purposes.If you are an instrument student, this arrangement is perfect for enhancing your technical and interpretive skills with a modern and relevant piece. Music teachers will find this material an excellent option to motivate and engage their students with a contemporary and popular song. Additionally, professional or amateur musicians who perform at events, such as weddings, will discover that Birds Of A Feather is a charming and emotional addition to their repertoire, capable of captivating any audience.The sheet music has been created with attention to detail, ensuring a faithful and accessible transcription of the original work. This arrangement offers an authentic and exciting performance, preserving the essence of Billie Eilish's music and providing a unique experience for both players and listeners.Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this unique piece and enrich your musical collection with one of Billie Eilish's most remarkable songs. Take advantage of this high-quality sheet music to create unforgettable moments in your performances and lessons.Tags: sheet music, arrangement, modern music, Billie Eilish, Birds Of A Feather, sheet music for students, teaching material, music lessons, professional musicians, amateur musicians, events, weddings, musical transcription, online sheet music, sheet music purchase, contemporary sheet music, popular sheet music.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1464367 By Billie Eilish. By Billie Eilish O'Connell and Finneas O'Connell. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Pop,Wedding. Score and part. 3 pages. Glauco Fernandes #1043089. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1464367). Introducing the exclusive arrangement of Billie Eilish's song Birds Of A Feather, now available for purchase on major online sheet music platforms. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to provide a rich and engaging musical experience, ideal for musicians of various levels and purposes.If you are an instrument student, this arrangement is perfect for enhancing your technical and interpretive skills with a modern and relevant piece. Music teachers will find this material an excellent option to motivate and engage their students with a contemporary and popular song. Additionally, professional or amateur musicians who perform at events, such as weddings, will discover that Birds Of A Feather is a charming and emotional addition to their repertoire, capable of captivating any audience.The sheet music has been created with attention to detail, ensuring a faithful and accessible transcription of the original work. This arrangement offers an authentic and exciting performance, preserving the essence of Billie Eilish's music and providing a unique experience for both players and listeners.Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this unique piece and enrich your musical collection with one of Billie Eilish's most remarkable songs. Take advantage of this high-quality sheet music to create unforgettable moments in your performances and lessons.Tags: sheet music, arrangement, modern music, Billie Eilish, Birds Of A Feather, sheet music for students, teaching material, music lessons, professional musicians, amateur musicians, events, weddings, musical transcription, online sheet music, sheet music purchase, contemporary sheet music, popular sheet music.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.551499 Composed by Edvard Grieg. Arranged by James Guthrie, ASCAP. Concert,Halloween,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and part. 62 pages. Jmsgu3 #5306305. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.551499). 1. Morning Mood, 2. Ase's Death, 3. Anitra's Dance, 4. In the Hall of the Mountain KingGrieg BackgroundIn the first place, Edvard Grieg (1843 –1907) was a Norwegian composer as well as a concert pianist. As a matter of fact, most music historians consider him one of the foremost Romantic era composers. Consequently, his music is part of the international standard classical repertoire. Grieg moreover used Norwegian folk music in his own compositions.  Consequently, he ushered Norwegian music to transnational consciousness. Furthermore, he forged a national musical identity for Norway. It is important to realize that he did this in a manner similar to Jean Sibelius in Finland, and BedÅ™ich Smetana in Bohemia.LegacyGrieg is celebrated in the city of Bergen. For example, the city has erected numerous statues depicting Grieg. Specifically, the city has named a concert hall (Grieg Hall), a music school (Grieg Academy) and a professional choir (Edvard Grieg Kor) after him. As a matter of fact, there is also a museum located at his former home in Troldhaugen.Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 (Op. 46)Grieg wrote incidental music for the purpose of illustrating a play by Ibsen known as Peer Gynt. The play includes, in particular, the famous selection entitled, In the Hall of the Mountain King. In this composition, Grieg indeed depicts the exploits of the scoundrel, Peer Gynt. In one famous episode, for example, Peer steals a bride at her wedding. For this reason, the people chase him, but soon Peer falls, thereupon striking his skull on a boulder. He wakens forthwith in a highland bounded by angry gnomes. Consequently, the music of In the Hall of the Mountain King represents the mad gnomes taunting Peer. Therefore, each time the theme repeats it gets louder and faster. In the end, Peer surprisingly escapes from the mountain.Holberg Suite and Misc. SummaryIt must be remembered that Grieg originally wrote his Holberg Suite for the piano. In other words, he only later arranged it for strings. Further, Grieg composed by and large many songs with lyrics by famous writers such as Heine, Goethe, Ibsen, Hans Christian Andersen, Rudyard Kipling, and others. On balance, Norwegian pianist Eva Knardahl recorded altogether Grieg’s whole piano catalog on LP in 1980. These recordings were released again on CD in 2006. In any event, Grieg himself performed and recorded the bulk of these pieces toward the end of his life.