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Ez a sajátos, (poszt)modern operakalauz közel 70 szerző 300 művébe nyújt betekintést, népszerűsítő stílusban mond el mindent az adott műről, amit tudni érdemes. Igazi csemege minden operarajongó számára.
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This publication accompanies the AMAM exhibition of the same name (February 2–May 29, 2016) and is the first English-language museum catalogue of Judit Reigl's work. An essay by Denise Birkhofer, Ellen Johnson '33 Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, explores the themes of corporeality and music found throughout the artist’s work. An essay by musicologist Benjamin Perl draws parallels between the lives of Reigl and Mozart, a composer she admired. A foreword by museum director Andria Derstine outlines the significance of the AMAM's exhibition. The 172-page catalogue also includes an illustrated checklist of works in the exhibition; a selection of writings by Judit Reigl, translated into English for the first time; and the artist’s biography and exhibition history.
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One of the few English musicians whose fame as a composer spread throughout Europe during his lifetime, John Dowland (1563–1626) was also unsurpassed in his day as a lute virtuoso. The composer of 88 lute songs, Dowland had twice applied for the position of lutenist at the court of Elizabeth I and was rejected both times — for religious reasons, it was thought. (He had converted to Catholicism during a Protestant reign.) His talents, however, were welcomed at courts in Germany, Venice, Florence, and Denmark. Since the early 20th century, Dowland's excellence as a song writer has been well established; and many of his compositions for lute — long shrouded in obscurity — have become well known. This collection of 45 songs includes all the works in his original Third Booke of Songs or Aires; in A Pilgrime's Solace (his fourth collection); three contributions to his son Robert's A Musicall Banquet; plus a lovely galliard — a dance for solo guitar. Together with Nadal's Lute Songs of John Dowland (First and Second Books), published in 1997, this compilation completes Dover's newly edited and engraved editions of Dowland's lute songs — a rich oeuvre sure to be studied and enjoyed by singers, guitarists, and music lovers alike. - See more at: http://store.doverpublications.com/0486422445.html#sthash.o5cd4xMy.dpuf
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One of the 18th century's greatest composers, Handel achieved lasting fame in many musical genres. Regarded as the greatest opera composer of his time, the composer later devoted his attention almost exclusively to writing sacred music and is today renowned for his magnificent oratorios. This exceptional compilation includes 40 of his works for high voice and piano, selected from 25 of his masterpieces: Messiah, Judas Maccabæus, Samson, Acis and Galatea, Esther, Serse, Saul, and 18 others. Among the much-loved songs and airs included here are "Ev'ry valley shall be exalted" and "I know that my Redeemer liveth" (Messiah); "From mighty kings" (Judas Maccabæus); "Farewell, ye limpid springs and floods" (Jephtha); "O come let us worship" (Chandos Anthems); O sleep, why dost thou leave me" (Semele); and many others. This convenient, affordable collection also contains an introduction by noted musicologist Ebenezer Prout, offering valuable commentary about each selection. Reproduced from an authoritative edition, these songs will be a welcomed addition to the libraries of singers, musicians, and music lovers
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17 Choruses for mixed voices from Handel's sacred works. Selected with introductory notes by Brian Kay. For this collection Brian Kay has written a lively commentary upon his selection of some of the best known & loved choral pieces as well as lesser known gems. Rarely brought together these diverse choruses demonstrate the enduring vitality of Handel's writing. For SATB and piano
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This collection of French Songs & Choruses includes a wealth of original choral music by French composers, as well as many wonderful arrangements of some of the greatest French songs ever composed. Suitable for Mixed-Voice Choirs of all sizes and abilities, this is the perfect collection for finding new performance pieces, but would work equally well as a complete concert programme. The selections in this songbook are second-to-none, with some of the most beautiful and affecting French choral music compiled into one volume. Many original works are included here, with these choral compositions by giants of French classical music often being regarded as some of their finest work. Pieces like Madrigal by Gabriel Fauré, a new edition of Maurice Ravel's incredible Trois Chansons, Camille Saint-Saëns's Calme Des Nuits and Trinquons as well as Reynaldo Hahn's three Rondels, originally written for SATB choir...
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Motets is a set of intimate and spiritually uplifting a cappella choral works by Karl Jenkins, featuring new pieces and arrangements of a selection of movements from his most popular works, including The Armed Man, Requiem, Adiemus and The Peacemakers. Scored for mixed choir a cappella, most pieces also include an optional accompaniment for piano or organ. Additionally the single movements of Motets are available on sale separately. Motets was recorded on Deutsche Grammophon by Stephen Layton and Polyphony.
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This delightful collection of 99 rounds, canons and partsongs makes a delightful introduction to part-singing to kids from 6 to 106! The selections are arranged by categories including English Pre-1700 (Secular), Pre-1700 (Sacred), Post 1700, From Around the World and Wordless Rounds. There's also a surprise or two! Includes: Alleluia (Boyce), Christmas Is Coming, Coffee Canon, Come Follow, Come Let Us All A-Maying Go, Dona Nobis Pacem, Hava Na Shira, If Turn'd Topsy Turvy, Jubilate Deo, Mi Gallo, My Dame Hath a Lame Tame Crane, Non Nobis Domine, Oaken Leaves, Shalom Chaverim, The Silver Swan, Summer Is A-Coming In, Tallis' Canon, Viva la Musica, When Jesus Wept and 80 more.
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Based on their Grammy® Award-winning album, this compilation by The King's Singers features an eclectic collection of songs. A stunning variety of folksongs, spirituals and pop songs, this songbook includes: Black Is the Color of My True Love's Hair, Deep River, The Gift to be Simple, Helplessly Hoping, I Love My Love, She's Always a Woman, The Turtle Dove, Valparaiso, When She Loved Me, You Are the New Day, You Can Close Your Eyes.
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A selection of the most influential and innovative writing on art history of the past two centuries Includes over thirty readings from all the major writers on art history, from Winckelmann to Foucault Each section focuses on a key issue, with an editorial introduction to provide background information, further reading, and critical elucidations of the issues at stake New updated and expanded edition includes sixteen newly incorporated extracts by key figures, from Giorgio Vasari to Walter Benjamin
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Supernew Supergraphics reflects the numerous ways in which graphics are invading public spaces and disrupting the sometimes-staid world of public architecture. It’s a compendium of graphic excess on a monumental scale. It features new work from around the globe, and interviews with leading practitioners Felice Varini, Sascha Lobe, Sara De Bondt and Boa Mistura...
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