Beethoven, Ludwig Van
One of the most well known movements of Beethoven's 32 piano sonatas, this splendid arrangement by Carlo Martelli is a another welcome addition to Broadbent and Dunn's Classic String Quartet Collection.
Beethoven, Ludwig Van
One of the most well known movements of Beethoven's 32 piano sonatas, this splendid arrangement by Carlo Martelli is a welcome addition to Broadbent and Dunn's Classic String Quartet Collection.
Beethoven, Ludwig Van
Beethoven arr. Martelli – Moonlight Sonata, Movements 1 and 2 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
The first movement of this sonata is one of Beethoven's most loved pieces, with the nocturnal romantic mood it encapsulates being perfectly captured in this arrangement. The third movement has been published separately. The Pavão Quartet recorded the first movement on the CD Dreaming, released in 2008 on Discrete Recordings DISC0801 and re-released in 2010 on Discadia Records DISCA001. Included on the same CD are four more of Martelli’s Grieg, Elgar, Debussy and Dvořák arrangements also published by Broadbent & Dunn.
Beethoven, Ludwig Van
Beethoven arr. Martelli – Moonlight Sonata Movement 3 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
Arranging symphonically orientated works for string quartet is always a daunting challenge, especially when there is a pronounced virtuosic element or a high degree of complexity in the original. In this publication Carlo Martelli has risen magnificently to the challenge as always.
Beethoven, Ludwig Van
Beethoven arr. Martelli – Latin American Ludwig (String Quartet) – Digital Download
The similarity between the Mexican Hat Dance and the opening of the last movement of Beethoven's String Quartet No. 3 Opus 18 was the starting point for the inspiration of this arrangement by Carlo Martelli, which skilfully combines the two pieces.
Beethoven, Ludwig Van
One of the most tender and heartfelt of melodies is this slow movement from the Opus 13 Piano Sonata. Indeed the subtitle Pathétique, acquired by the sonata, derives from the mood evoked by this middle movement. Arranged by Carlo Martelli.
This arrangement by Alan Danson conveys the triumph and celebration of the Finale of Beethoven's 5th Symphony. The writing is idiomatic and melodic interest is shared between all parts, with rare moments of a contemporary approach to the work here and there. An ideal opener to the second half of a concert. For schools, studios and professionals.
A favourite arrangement from the pen of the late and celebrated hornist Alan Civil. For schools, studios and professionals.
All parts of these arrangements by Stephen Morland are of equal difficulty, presenting a worthwhile challenge to a good quartet.
In his Three by series Stephen Morland has compiled and edited favourite themes in an interesting and challenging way. These flute quartets, in this case Bach's Sleepers Wake, Jesu' Joy and Sheep May Safely Graze, have been delightfully arranged in such a manner that students of varying ability can have a rewarding and enjoyable musical experience. For schools, studios and professionals.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Toccata and Fugue in D Minor (String Quartet) – Digital Download
This arrangement by Carlo Martelli of perhaps the mightiest and most popular of all organ works is at the other end of the scale from the many that have been made for huge orchestras, although nonetheless effective despite its mere four string players. Suitable for colleges, conservatories and professionals.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Sleepers Wake, Cantata No. 140 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
The arranger Carlo Martelli has amused himself, and he hopes his audience, by combining Bach's famous melody with Puccini's Nessun Dorma which translated means, of course, 'None shall sleep' - hence Sleepers Awake!
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Sheep May Safely Graze, Cantata No. 208 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
It may come as a surprise to many who love this piece that the deep contentment and severity with which it is imbued carry no religious implications. Here arranged by Carlo Martelli for string quartet, it was originally a soprano solo with obbligato accompaniment for two flutes from the composers Birthday Cantata.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Jesu’ Joy, Cantata No. 147 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
During his 27 years as cantor at St. Thomas's in Leipzig, Bach wrote over 160 cantatas for the various festivals of the church year. This arrangement by Carlo Martelli is of one of the best known numbers of these works.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Italian Concerto Movement 3 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
The title of this composition derives from the manner in which instrumental contrasts are exploited as in the Concerti Grossi of the period. This arrangement by Carlo Martelli is, however, a straightforward adaptation for stringed instruments.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Italian Concerto Movement 1 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
Bach's timeless masterpiece originally written for keyboard is here masterfully transcribed by Carlo Martelli for the string quartet medium. For colleges, conservatories and professionals.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Et In Unum Dominum from Mass in B Minor (String Quartet) – Digital Download
Bach's vocal style has been accused, quite justly, of being entirely instrumental in origin - therefore this excerpt from the Mass in B Minor is particularly well suited to this arrangement for string quartet by Carlo Martelli.
Bach, Johann Sebastian
Bach arr. Martelli – Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 Movement 1 (String Quartet) – Digital Download
Of all Bach's instrumental works the six Brandenburg Concertos are his most famous and well loved. This arrangement by Carlo Martelli of the first movement of Brandenburg No. 4 expertly transcribes for the four strings what was originally written for two recorders, solo violin and string orchestra.
Two Bach fugues arranged effectively for brass quintet by Ian Lawrence. For schools, studios and professionals.
Trombone Solo
Bach arr. Broadbent – Solo Preludio from Partita No. 3 for Violin (Solo Trombone) – Digital Download
Transcribed from Partita No. 3 for Solo Violin for Trombone. For colleges and professionals.
Another of the late Alan Civil's Christmas arrangements.
Supplied with both Horn in F and Tenor Horn in E Flat parts, this is another fine melody for the intermediate horn player, extending the range upwards with a mixture of typical horn like slurs and climbing sforzando dotted minims all interwoven with a quite challenging accompaniment. This was a London College of Music grade 4 exam piece for Horn in F between 1994 and 1996.
Horn & Piano
Trinity College London Grade 1 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
London College of Music Grade 1 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
Supplied with both Horn in F and Tenor Horn in E Flat parts, this lovely horn solo, for a student is his/her first year, covers a minimal range with very simple rhythms. The composer has cleverly highlighted the horn part with an interesting and harmonically rich piano accompaniment encouraging the soloist to perform the piece. This work was a Guildhall School of Music and Drama grade 1 exam piece for Horn in F between 1996 and 2003, and was an Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) grade 1 exam piece for Horn in F between 1998 and 2012. The work has been a London College of Music grade 1 exam piece since 1994 and a Trinity College London grade 1 exam piece since 2004.
Horn & Piano
Anthony Randall – Serenade (Horn in F or Tenor Horn in E Flat & Piano) – Digital Download
Trinity College London Foundation Certificate (Grade 3 Equivalent) Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
London College of Music Grade 3 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice Supplied with both Horn in F and Tenor Horn in E Flat parts. Written for the composers daughter Serenade has a very attractive melody shared between the horn and piano that is characterized with eighth and sixteenth note rhythms. The accompaniment provides a rich sonority with harp like broken chords, requiring sensitive playing from the horn melody floating above. A fine concert piece for the young horn player. This work was a Guildhall School of Music and Drama grade 3 exam piece for Horn in F between 1996 and 2003, and was an Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) grade 3 exam piece for Horn in F between 1998 and 2012. Serenade has also been a London College of Music grade 3 exam piece for Horn in F since 1994 and has been a Trinity College London Foundation Certificate (Grade 3 Equivalent) Exam Piece for Horn in F since 2004.
Horn & Piano
Anthony Randall – Scherzo (Horn in F or Tenor Horn in E Flat & Piano) – Digital Download
London College of Music Grade 8 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
Supplied with both Horn in F and Tenor Horn in E Flat parts, this is a very attractive scherzo full of technical challenges yet very playable. Requiring careful study and attention to detail it has an equally lively piano part. There is a lovely contrasting middle section before the scherzo returns, ending with a flourish up to top C. An original piece suitable for recital or contest. For schools, studios and professionals. This work was a Guildhall School of Music and Drama Grade 8 exam piece for Horn in F between 1996 and 1999, and was an Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) grade 8 exam piece for Horn in F between 1998 and 2012. It has been a London College of Music grade 8 exam piece for Horn in F since 1994.
London College of Music Grade 8 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
A wonderfully evocative and atmospheric piece of night music, with its smooth figures built on fourths shared between horn and piano. The introduction of hand stopping and hand glissando (unique features of the French Horn) challenge the musical, technical and interpretive qualities of both the soloist and accompanist. This work was a Trinity College London Horn in F exam piece between 1998 and 2004, and an Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) grade 8 exam piece for Horn in F between 1998 and 2012. It has been a London College of Music exam piece for Horn in F since 1994.
Horn & Piano
Anthony Randall – Marching Tune (Horn in F or Tenor Horn in E Flat & Piano) – Digital Download
Trinity College London Grade 2 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
London College of Music Grade 2 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
Supplied with both Horn in F and Tenor Horn in E Flat parts, this is another piece for the beginner, this time introducing trumpet like rhythmic figures and different value tongued notes. Two more sharps are added and the range is extended. The piano provides the marching band with drum accompaniment. This work was an Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) grade 2 exam piece for Horn in F between 1998 and 2012. Marching Tune has been a Trinity College London grade 2 exam piece for Horn in F since 1996 and has also been a London College of Music grade 2 exam piece since 1994.
Supplied with both Horn in F and Tenor Horn in E Flat parts, this lively piece in 6/8 is rhythmically challenging for the intermediate horn player. It requires good finger technique and clean tonguing. There are some unexpected entries, lots of accents and sforzandi and, like Serenade by the same composer, much use is made of the second and third valves. The accompanist is equally rewarded with some interesting music to play. This was a London College of Music grade 5 exam piece for Horn in F between 1994 and 2006.
Horn & Piano
Anthony Randall – Lullaby (Horn in F or Tenor Horn in E Flat & Piano) – Digital Download
London College of Music Grade 6 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
Australian Music Examinations Board Series 1 Grade 4 Exam Piece for Horn in F until further notice
Supplied with both Horn in F and Tenor Horn in E Flat parts, this is a fine recital piece. After two bars of harp like accompaniment the horn enters with a beautiful melody that rises and falls throughout its course, supported by some really gorgeous harmony changes. Lullaby was a Trinity College London grade 6 exam piece for Horn in F between 1998 and 2004. The work has been a London College of Music Grade 6 exam piece for Horn in F since 1994, and an Australian Music Examinations Board Series 1 Grade 4 exam piece since 2003.
Written in romantic tonal language Beighton's Sonata for 'Cello and Piano is concerned with the exploration of classical form and its relevance in the 21st century. The first movement is in Sonata Rondo form, which makes much use of continuous development and explores the lyrical nature of the cello. The Scherzo is in Sonata form and makes a great deal of use of retrograde and augmentation as developmental tools. The Finale is a theme and variations in the style of a Baroque Gigue.