Non-technical advice to aspiring singers from two of the greatest singers: care and training of the voice, tone emission and attack, voice faults and more. 71 pgs. 5 3/8 x 8 1/4.

Mascagni's first produced opera (1890), and ultimately his most successful, Cavalleria Rusticana is a tempestuous drama of adultery and revenge set in a remote Italian village. Its earthy passions, bold confrontational scenes and richly melodic score set a fashion for so-called verismo opera that would endure for more than a decade. It is still a great repertoire favorite, almost always double-billed with Ruggiero Leoncavallo's Pagliacci (also available in a Dover edition.) Reprinted from the authoritative edition issued by the German publishers Bote & Bock.

ComposerÂ's last three chamber works, written between 1915 and 1917. Cello Sonata is rich in unconventional, sometimes surrealistic effects. Violin Sonata integrates jazz influences with impressionism. Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp sparkles with spontaneity and innovation. All are sonatas of individual charm and definite 20th-century character; all reproduced from authoritative French editions.

Collection of three trios, four quartets, and piano quintet. Breitkopf & Härtel edition.

This piece is unusual in concentrating all the elements of a symphony into a single movement; in being written for 15 solo instruments; in using chords built up of fourths; and in creating dissonances without immediate resolution. To its first audiences, the symphony seemed shocking. But today it is one of Schoenberg's most pleasing and accessible works. Scored for a chamber ensemble of flute, oboe, English horn, two clarinets, bass clarinet, bassoon, contrabassoon, two horns, two violins, viola, cello, and bass. Instrumentation. Glossary.

Trio, Op.65 (f); "Dumky" Trio, Op.90; Quartet, Op.23 (D); Quartet, Op.87 (Eb); Quintet, Op.81 (A). Authoritative edition, reprinted from definitive edition published by the Antonín Dvorák Society, presents five acclaimed works: Piano Trio in F Minor, Op. 65; Dumky Trio, Op. 90; Piano Quartet in D Major, Op. 23; Piano Quartet in E-flat Major, Op. 87; Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81.

Nearly 300 letters reveal Chopin as both man and artist and illuminate his fascinating world Europe of the 1830Â's and 1840Â's. "They abound in delightful gossip, are merry rather than malicious, are engagingly witty, and at times their humor becomes positively Rabelaisian." Books. Preface. Index.

This classic in music biography and criticism reflects the intimate, thorough knowledge of ChopinÂ's music Huneker acquired while studying to be a concert pianist and his unusually keen insight into the character of the composer. Part One deals with ChopinÂ's life; the second offers brilliant piece-by-piece analysis of the entire body of his music. Introduction and notes.

Two of the composerÂ's most innovative and original worksÂ-teeming with his characteristic perfection of detail, grandeur of effect, and intense emotionalismÂ-appear in this inexpensive, high-quality volume. Reprinted from the authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel editions. Contents. Instrumentation. Text of Fantasia.

Originally published by Breitkopf and Härtel, Leipzig, 1856. Lists of instruments. 272pp.

The musical arrangements have been kept technically simple - "hopefully within the grasp of most amateur guitarists". Contents: TEH UNION - The Battle Cry of Freedom (Rallying Song), The Battle Cry of Freedom (Battle Song), The Battle Hymn of the Republic, Marching Through Georgia, Tramp! Tramp! Tramp!, Tramp! Tramp! Tramp! (Southern Version). THE CONFEDERACY - The Bonnie Blue Flag, Disie's Land, Maryland My Maryland, Riding a Raid, The Yellow Rose of Texas. LINCOLN - Abraham's Daughter, Lincoln and Liberty, Old Abe lincoln Came Out of the Wilderness, We'll Fight for Uncle Abe. UNIVERSAL SENTIMENTS- All Quiet Along the Potomac, Do They Miss Me at Home? The Drummer Boy of Shiloh, Home Sweet Home, Just Before the Battle Mother, Lorena, Somebody's Darling, The Southern Soldier Boy, The Vacnt Chair, Weeping Sad and Lonely, Who Will Care for Mother Now?. SOLDIERS' SONGS - Cumberland Gap, Goober Peas, Johnny Is My Darling, The New York Volunteer, Pat Murphy of the Irish Brigade, The Rebel Soldier, Tenting on the Old Camp Ground, When Johnny Comes Marching Home. BATTLES - Cairo, The Cumberland Crew. NEGRO SPIRITUALS & ABOLITIONIST SONGS - Go Down Moses, Slavery Chain Done Broke at Last. THE LIGHTER SIDE - Billy Barlow, Billy Barlow -On the Times. POST BELLUM - The Blue and the Gray.

Original compilation of the composerÂ's most popular, most mature piano works, including Witches Dance, Op. 5, No. 1; Four Fleeting Pieces, Op. 15; Three Preludes and Fugues, Op. 16; Variations on a Theme by Robert Schumann, Op. 20; Romance, Op. 11, No. 2; and Three Romances, Op. 21. Selected and with an Introduction by Dr. Nancy B. Reich.

Debussy's Saxophone Rhapsody and Clarinet Rhapsody were originally composed as chamber works with piano and later arranged by the composer himself as works with full orchestra. Both versions of these works have long enjoyed widespread popularity. This new edition is the only one available to include both the chamber versions and the orchestral versions of both works. Dover original compilation, reprinted from authoritative early editions.

This exceptional collection brings together 30 beloved works from the classical repertoire in faithful arrangements for solo guitar. Guitarist and scholar David Nadal has selected a fascinating and diverse array of pieces covering four centuries of music. Composers represented include Dowland, Bach, Giuliani, Mozart, Sor, Beethoven, Paganini, Albéniz, Satie, and many others. The inclusion of complete tablature for every selection makes this music accessible to guitarists at every level of expertise. [9 x 12, 128 pp.]

Prokofiev's first symphony, which he mischievously dubbed Classical, is a sprightly piece based on the symphonic models of Haydn. The synthesis of twentieth-century harmonies and timbres with eighteenth-century structure and form has captivated audiences since its premiere in 1916, making this his most frequently performed symphonic work.

Best ragtime music (1897-1922) by the greatest ragtime composers of the age: Scott Joplin, James Scott, Joseph Lamb, Tom Turpin, nine more. Definitive collection for lovers and performers of ragtime.

Done with great taste, in a perfectly simple and straightforward manner, Liszt's piano transcriptions of Bach's organ music became the classic models for all future works in this genre. Contents: Six Organ Preludes and Fugues (BWV 543-548) and the world-famous Fantasia and Fugue in G minor (BWV 542). New Dover compilation.

Reprinted from authoritative editions this collection presents all 27 of the composer's Bagatelles.

An unabridged republication of the 1922 classic, Traité théorique et pratique du Violoncelle, this volume represents one of the most thorough explorations of cello playing and technique in the literature. In the course of his distinguished career, author Diran Alexanian played chamber music with Brahms, performed concertos with Mahler, and taught alongside Casals in Paris. A superb compendium of instruction, this reprint of the original dual-language edition features French and English instruction side by side on the page, complemented by numerous photographs, diagrams, and music examples.

Quintet, Op.114 (A) ("Trout"); Quartet (F); Trios, Op.99 (Bb); Op.100 (Eb); Notturno, Op.148 (Bb). Definitive Breitkopf & Härtel edition of the "Trout" Quintet and other great works. Quintet in A Major for Pianoforte, Violin, Viola, Violoncello and Contrabass ("Trout," 1819); the Quartet in F Major for Pianoforte, Violin, Viola and Violoncello (1816); and three delightful Trios for Pianoforte, Violin and Violoncello. Edited by Ignaz Brull.

Includes Sextets, Nos.1 & 2, Quintets, Nos.1 & 2, Quintet for Clarinet and Viola, Quartets, Nos.1, 2 and 3.

Octet, Op.20, Quintets Nos.1, Op.18 and 2, Op.87, Quartets Nos.1-6, Four Pieces for String Quartet, Op.81.

Brahms wrote only four concertiÂ--all of which have become absolute staples of the concert repertoire. The works are: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 and 2; Violin Concerto, Op. 77; Concerto for Violin and Cello, Op. 102. This Dover edition reproduces them directly from Breitkopf & HärtelÂ's definitive Samtliche Werke edition, Volumes 5 and 6.

Complex, surprising pieces by a brilliant, underrated Russian 20th-century Romantic whose music, though similar to that of his friend Rachmaninoff, is more cerebral and harmonically adventurous. These 34 Â"fairy talesÂ" for piano highlight the composerÂ's gift for musical storytelling, with their intense polyrhythms, intricate textures, and complex harmonic development

Series I of excellent reprint of Augener edition edited by Brahms and Chrysander contains Ordes 1-13 including Les Papillons, Passacaille, Les Folies Francaises, more.

Series II of excellent reprint of Augener edition edited by Brahms and Chrysander contains Ordes 14-27 plus 8 Preludes and Allemande from L'Art de toucher le Clavecin.

Although his fame rests largely on other musical genres, Dvorák was a gifted and imaginative composer for the piano. His mastery is evident in this 10-piece cycle for piano four hands, similar in concept to the popular "character pieces" prevalent throughout 19th-century piano music. Sensitive and skillfully written, these poetic compositions brilliantly capture the era's romantic sentiment. Previously available only in two volumes, the complete Legends are reproduced here in a convenient, single-volume edition, sure to appeal to pianists, music lovers, and admirers of Dvorák. Dover original compilation of 10 works from authoritative editions.

All 66 works from the ten sets of little mood pictures created for piano by the Norwegian composer from 1867 to 1901, reprinted from the authoritative C. F. Peters edition. Technically uncomplicated and reasonably easy to master, these popular works have been favorites of generations of pianists, both amateur and professional.

This complete collection of BeethovenÂ's music for wind ensemble attests to his mastery of the form. Selections include Septet, Op. 20 (for violin, viola, clarinet, horn, bassoon, violincello, and double bass); Sextet, Op. 71 (for two clarinets, two horns, and two bassoons); Sextet, Op. 81b (for two horns, two violins, viola, and violincello); Octet, Op. 103 (for two oboes, two clarinets, two horns, and two bassoons); and Rondino, Op. posth. (for two oboes, two clarinets, two horns, and two bassoons). Reproduced from authoritative early scores.

Stainer's classic beginner's method was so popular that Schirmer, Ditson, and Presser each published its own edition within two years of each other! Of the competing American editions, it is the 1909 Schirmer edition prepared by F. Flaxington Harker--retained in the present Dover reprint--that has the best graphics. In addition to rudimentary exercises, Stainer has included a history of the organ and an explanation of the mechanics of its design, supplemented by fine illustrations throughout. Slightly abridged republication of the 1909 edition by G. Schirmer, New York.

Includes Symphonies, Op. 13, Nos. 1-4 and Symphonies, Op. 42, No. 1. J. Hamelle, Paris edition. 192 pages.

Includes Op. 42, Nos. 2-4; Symphonie Gothique and Symphonie Romane. J. Hamelle, Paris, edition. 240 pages.

All 38 piano rags by the acknowledged master of the form, reprinted from the publishersÂ' original editions complete with sheet music covers. Introduction by David A. Jasen.

All 38 piano rags by the acknowledged master of the form, reprinted from the publishersÂ' original editions complete with sheet music covers. Introduction by David A. Jasen.

Series I reprinted from authoritative Russian editions contains Sonata (f), Op.5; Sonata Triad, Op.11, Nos.1-3; Sonata (g), Op.22; Sonata-Tale, Op.25, No.1; Sonata (e) ("Night Wind"), Op.25, No.2.

Sonata-Ballade, Op.27; Sonata in A minor, Op.30; Sonata Reminiscenza, Op.38, No.1; Sonata Tragica, Op.39, No.5; Sonata Romantica, Op.53, No.1; Sonata-Minacciosa, Op.53, No.2; Canzona Matinata; Canzona Serenata; Alla Reminiscenza.

All five trios, reprinted from the authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel edition. Included are the B Major, C Major and C Minor Trios (Opp. 8, 87 and 101) for violin, cello and piano; the E-flat Major Trio (Op. 40) for violin, horn (or cello or viola) and piano; and the A Minor Trio (Op. 114) for clarinet (or viola), cello and piano. New translation of editorÂ's commentary.

K.254; 442; 496; 498; 502; 542; 548; 564; 478; 493; 452. Fine edition contains all eight piano trios, the two piano quartets and the piano quintet, reprinted from the definitive Breitkopf & Härtel editions. All of these works display the melodic richness, inventiveness and inimitable grace that characterize MozartÂ's finest compositions. Indispensable for pianists, chamber musicians.

81 compositions in a large, easy-to-read playing edition. Variations on a theme by Robert Schumann, Op. 23; Waltzes, Op. 39; Liebeslieder Waltzes, Op. 52a; Neue Liebeslieder Waltzes, Op. 65; Hungarian Dances, Nos. 1-21. Preface.

Eighteen elegantly wrought piano worksÂ--the nine Preludes, five Impromptus and four Valses-CapricesÂ--in authoritative editions. Only one-volume collection.

This handsome collection features ten of the celebrated Hungarian composerÂ's best works: Passacaglia, Op. 6; Four Rhapsodies, Op. 11; Winter Rounds: Ten Bagatelles, Op. 13; Humoresques in the Form of a Suite, Op. 17 (March, Toccata, Pavane with Variations, Pastorale, Introduction & Fugue); Six Concert Etudes, Op. 28; Variations on a Hungarian Folk Song, Op. 29; and Pastorale (Hungarian Christmas Song). Reproduced from authoritative editions.

Reprint of Breitkopf & Hartel edition includes Serenade in D Major, K185; Serenade in D Major, K204; Serenata Notturna, K239; Haffner Serenade, K250; Serenade in C Minor, K388; and A Musical Joke, K.522

Serenade (D), K.203; Nocturne (D), K.286; Serenades ("Posthorn") K.320; (Bb) K.361; (Eb) K.375; Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, K.525.

All solo music not in other two volumes. Waltzes, Scherzo in E Flat Minor, Eight Pieces, Rhapsodies, Fantasies, Intermezzi, etc. Vienna Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde. Contents:Op.39 ; Op.76, 118 & 119; Op.79; Op.116;Op.117; Scherzo (eb), Op.4; Op.10