SKU: A0.551997

Sonata in G Minor for Piano & Cello, Op. 65, Movement III - Largo.
Chopin performed this Sonata on his final recital in 1848.

The Largo from Chopin's Cello Sonata in G minor, Op. 65 is a significant work as it is one of only nine compositions by Chopin published during his lifetime for instruments other than the piano. The Sonata is remarkable for the concentration of its material, with much of the music in the first movement growing out of the opening statement and specific thematic shapes appearing in all its movements. The Largo, in particular, is known for its expressive and lyrical nature, showcasing Chopin's ability to write beautifully for a non-piano instrument. The Sonata was first publicly performed by Chopin and the work's dedicatee, Auguste Franchomme, at the composer's last public concert in 1848. 

The historical context behind Chopin's Largo from Sonata Op. 65 is rooted in the composer's radical stylistic changes during 1845-1846, which included an increasing prevalence of contrapuntal textures and metric flexibility. The Sonata, including the Largo, is filled with doubts and hesitation, reflecting the composer's difficult decisions and arduous labors. The piece is also notable for its thematic references from Schubert's Winterreise, mirroring the circumstances of Chopin's life when he wrote the Sonata, particularly his separation from George Sand.

SKU: A0.616175

Take Five is a jazz composition written by Paul Desmond and performed by The Dave Brubeck Quartet on the 1959 album Time Out. Recorded at 30th Street Studios in New York on June 25, July 1 and August 18 of the same year, the work is a composition, in the name of Joe Morello's composition if famous for its distinct melody from the solo group and for the use of Joe Morello's composition of the 5/4 bar, originates the Although it was not the composition to use this metric, it was reached the first place of jazz in the United States to reach the position of the first chart of the first compact radio in the United States, reaching the position of the great chart of the first compact radio in the country.

SKU: A0.788649

This song has been very successful at many choral festivals and competitions! Combining the Dies Irae with a version of the traditional spiritual, the piece ends builds in metric excitement to the end!

SKU: A0.1420320

This energetic Celtic jig arranged for string orchestra or string quartet allows students to explore and enjoy fiddling. Even the cello and bass sections are featured on the melody! Students will enjoy learning metric modulation as the jig transforms from 12/8 to 6/4. The chart slows to a beautiful Celtic ballad featuring the low strings, legato playing, and opportunities to explore phrasing. The jig returns with a driving accompaniment to an enjoyable finish.
Composed and Arranged by Travis Patton. Find more at www.travispatton.com.

SKU: A0.976446

For Solo Pedal Harp -- Composed in 2015 -- Approx. duration 7:45 --PROGRAM NOTES:Piece for Harp #1 begins abruptly with an invitation to the listener to take an inner journey into a potentially uncomfortable place. The discomfort dissipates into a more celebratory feel, which leads into the final contemplative mood to end. Compositionally, besides trying to challenge the performer, I am interested in exploring the counterpoint that results from overlapping patterns of different durations, as well as opposing rhythms within these patterns, which can be heard throughout the different sections. The final section of the piece introduces a 3rd contrapuntal layer, which further challenges the performer in that each voice is played on a different part of the string. (Harmonics on top, PDLT or close to the table in the middle, and sustained bass on the bottom.) In combination with the complex rhythmic and metric structure, this is probably the most difficult section, especially when trying to express a calm, contemplative soundscape.

SKU: AX.00-PR-0005256

UPC: 038081498331.

Undecim is Latin for eleven, referring both to the eleventh hour (the last opportunity to get something done) and the opening metric feel of the piece (7/8 + 2/4 = 11 eighth notes). This high-energy opener is the perfect way to begin your next concert! (3:15) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Concert/Contest; Festival.