The Sonata Pathetique is one of the most famous melodies of all time. The simplicity of the melody is what makes it so unique. The depth of emotion and expression in so few notes is what makes this
The rousing and well-known Anvil Chorus or Gyspy Chorus from Verdi's "Il Trovatore" depicts Spanish gypsies striking their anvils at dawn and singing the praises of hard work, good wine,
There have been many recordings of the famous Gabrieli canzoni for various combinations of instruments. This arrangement for mixed woodwinds is a welcome addition to this repertoire. Antiphonal spacing is
There have been many recordings of the famous Gabrieli canzoni for various combinations of brass instruments. This arrangement for brass quartet is a welcome addition to this repertoire. Antiphonal spacing
Terpsichore is a collection of over 300 instrumental dance pieces by Michael Praetorius. There was no instruments specified in the score so, as a result, these pieces have been performed by many
In David Marlatt's arrangement of Enigma Variation No. 9 (Nimrod), Elgar's haunting melody flows through the ensemble finally reaching the climax at the very end.
It might seem odd that a prairie boy, who has yet to visit the Maritimes, would make an arrangement of this particular folk song. But perhaps it is not that odd at all. Farewell to Nova Scotia is a
Habanera is the popular name for L'amour est un oiseau rebelle (Love is a rebellious bird), one of the most famous arias from Georges Bizet's 1875 opera "Carmen." It is the