The central movement Nimrod of Elgar's most popular symphonic orchestral work, has in this arrangement by Carlo Martelli had its original key (E flat) transposed to C for the sake of the greater sonority thus attained.
Elgar, Edward
Elgar arr. Martelli – Moths and Butterflies from Wand of Youth Suite No. 2 (String Quartet)
At the height of his maturity as a composer Elgar composed two suites for orchestra by expanding and developing some incidental music he had composed at the age of twelve for some private theatricals. This arrangement by Carlo Martelli is from the second suite and is ideal for colleges.
At the height of his maturity as a composer, Elgar composed two suites for orchestra by expanding and developing some incidental music he had composed at the age of twelve for some private theatricals. Suite Two was first performed in Worcester on the 9th September 1908 as part of the Three Choirs Festival, and was conducted by the composer.
In the early 1890s, whilst on holiday in Bavaria, Elgar composed several pieces for chorus and keyboard for a group of musicians he met at the inn in which he was staying. He later orchestrated three of the pieces that were published as Three Bavarian Dances - this arrangement is the second movement of that suite. The Pavão Quartet recorded this arrangement 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, Beethoven, Debussy and Dvořák arrangements also published by Broadbent & Dunn.
This is an adaptation by Carlo Martelli for string quartet of one of six choral songs the composer wrote while holidaying in Southern Germany. The original version was for harmonium and 4 part chorus. Elgar later orchestrated three of the songs under the title Three Bavarian Dances. For colleges, conservatories and professionals.
Tuba Quartet
This'Partita consists of three short movements - a showy Con Brio, a more reflective Andante and a sparkling Giocoso with a strong rhythmic interest. With attractive melodic lines passed between the parts and varied syncopated rhythms it makes a good show piece for instruments that are usually only given bass lines to play. All parts are of equal difficulty, so making it an ideal piece for study and performance at a brass workshop. For more advanced players it provides good ensemble practice with varied dynamics and tempos, and is useful as a light-hearted encore.
Flute 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 Dvořák’s Humoreske Opus 101 No. 7, themes from the New World Symphony and Slavonic Dance, have been delightfully arranged in such a manner that students of varying ability can have a rewarding and enjoyable musical experience. For studios, schools, colleges, conservatories and professionals.
Dvořák wrote two sets of Slavonic Dances in which he expresses his great love of his homeland, a passion derived in its musical manifestation from Smetana. This very well known dance has now been arranged for string quartet by Carlo Martelli.
This dance, arranged by Carlo Martelli for string quartet, is one of the lesser known of the series but contains all the usual attributes of this much loved composer - clean, logical harmony and a rich homophonic melodiousness with fresh and homely emotions.
This is the third of Dvořák's eight Slavonic Dances originally composed for piano duet. In their orchestral versions the dances took London by storm in the late 1870's, establishing Dvořák's reputation both in England and in the rest of Europe. Now arranged for string quartet by Carlo Martelli.
This jaunty and melodious piece is the first of sixteen written originally for piano duet but better known in their orchestral version, and now arranged for string quartet by Carlo Martelli.
The Pavão Quartet recorded this fine arrangement of the famous slow movement from Dvořák's final symphony 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 Carlo Martelli’s Grieg, Elgar, Beethoven and Debussy arrangements also published by Broadbent & Dunn.
This charming piece, originally composed for pianoforte but much better known in its violin and piano version, is here expertly transcribed for the medium of the string quartet by Carlo Martelli.
Dowland was the most famous composer of his day - he had an international reputation and was famous for the beauty of his songs. The dance numbers here show a complexity way beyond the normal brass consort music of his time. The gentle Semper Dowland, Semper Dolens is one of the most beautiful pieces of the 16th (or indeed any) Century. Arranged by Stephen Wick and suitable for students and professionals.
Viola Solo
This viola solo in five movements was commissioned by Christel Baillie for a recital in Hamburg in 2004. Although difficult, it has been particularly taken on as an audition piece or for final recitals at Conservatoires in the UK. It has become customary to select movements as each can function as a piece in its own right. The style is tonal with a harmonic twist and in total is about 12 minutes long.
Violin Duet
This piece by Dominic Sewell was written for a memorial service and hence has a rather wistful quality to it. It has been performed many times at Junior Department Conservatoires, other memorial services and in concerts and recitals throughout the UK. It is tonal and melodious and so has a wide appeal.
String Quartet
A solid, serious work for aspiring string quartets or established groups, this piece was the subject of a master class from the Wihan Quartet from the Czech Republic. The quartet, inspired by Janáček's Intimate Letters quartet, was similarly inspired by letters from a woman to her lover. It is scored in three contrasting movements consisting of a gestural first movement, a slow arch form second movement and a fiery syncopated 5/4 finale.
The first movement Cam ye o'er Frae France is a London College of Music Grade 4 Exam Piece until further notice
The third movement I'll Make You Fain To Follow Me is a London College of Music Grade 5 Exam Piece until further notice
The fourth movement Yell Yell is a London College of Music Grade 3 Exam Piece until further noticeCommissioned by Fiona Nisbett for a recital in St Albans, this is a selection of five original Scottish reels and folk tunes from various 18th Century sources, reworked and re-harmonised. The style is reminiscent of Malcolm Arnold and all movements contrast well with each other. The first, third and fourth movements have all been London College of Music grade 4, 5 and 3 exam pieces since 2010.
String Quartet
This piece by Dominic Sewell was written for the Junior Course at Pro Corda Summer School (the National String Chamber Music Academy) where it received its first performance. It is an excellent introduction to tonal contemporary music for younger students aged 12 to 18. The piece is good for teaching purposes as it is short but also provides some technical and ensemble difficulties.
String Orchestra
Your purchase will consist of the following set of Parts:
5 x 1st Violin 4 x 2nd Violin 3 x Viola 2 x 'Cello 1 x Double Bass Extra parts available on request Written for Crispin Ward and the National Chamber Orchestra of Moldova, this appealing orchestral work for strings received its televised premiere in Chisinau in 2003 and has since been performed by the Pro Corda Senior and Alumni orchestras in the summer 2005 course. It is a romantic work and would suit any good youth orchestra.
String Orchestra
Written for Crispin Ward and the National Chamber Orchestra of Moldova, this appealing orchestral work for strings received its televised premiere in Chisinau in 2003 and has since been performed by the Pro Corda Senior and Alumni orchestras in the summer 2005 course. It is a romantic work and would suit any good youth orchestra.
This woodwind trio by Dick Blackford was written originally for music students but should appeal to players of all ages. It evokes the spirit of Springtime with its cheerful energy, but a plaintive middle section reminds us that spring must end!
A brass sextet originally written for an ensemble of music students aged 16 to 18, but that is suitable for competent musicians of any age. The piece is attractive and accessible to any audience and is full of rich, exciting brass sounds with a tender middle section for solo horn. It provides an opportunity for the unusual grouping of sextet rather than the traditional brass quintet. The piece is also available in a version for brass band instruments, which allows flexibility of instrumentation and of clefs.
A brass sextet originally written for an ensemble of music students aged 16 to 18, but that is suitable for competent musicians of any age. The piece is attractive and accessible to any audience and is full of rich, exciting brass sounds with a tender middle section for solo horn. It provides an opportunity for the unusual grouping of sextet rather than the traditional brass quintet. The piece is also available in a version for orchestral instruments, which allows flexibility of instrumentation and of clefs.
Delius, Frederick
Delius arr. Martelli – La Calinda from Koanga (String Quartet)
As a young man Delius worked on an orange plantation in Florida, and this charming piece from his opera Koanga conjures up that scene admirably. Arranged by Carlo Martelli.
Flute Duet & Piano
Delibes arr. Parry – Flower Duet from Lakmé (Two Flutes and Piano)
Arranged by Martin Parry, this piece was made famous through British Airways TV advertising. For studios, schools and professionals.
The opera from which this popular duet comes from was written under the influence of the oriental romances of the period in which a white man is loved to desperation by a beautiful native girl. Arranged by Carlo Martelli. For schools, colleges, conservatories, amateurs and professionals.
The 'Mazurka' is a lively Polish dance resembling the 'Polka'. This excellent example is from one of the finest full length ballets in the repertoire. Arranged by Carlo Martelli.
A wild Hungarian dance from one of the most popular ballets in the repertoire, arranged here by Carlo Martelli with great taste and distinction.
Composed in 1870 Coppélia was the first large scale ballet score in three acts ever composed, so setting the standard for all subsequent attempts at this medium. This medley for string quartet, arranged by Carlo Martelli, includes many of the lesser known numbers from the ballet.