One final note: The pages of each score are published in separate gif files,
to maintain structural integrity when printing. Be sure to obtain all pages
of each score, numbered 1of3, 2of3, 3of3, and so on. TO PRINT: You may
find that your page setup size will have to be reduced to 85% to 90% in
order to print everything that is on the gif file. (The files should be
legible, but due to the limitations of resolution inherent in gif files,
they are far from engraver quality.)
C.P.E. Bach:
Solfeggio 1of3
Solfeggio 2of3
Solfeggio 3of3
Comments: This piece is for the advanced player, who wishes to play a virtuoso level piece in the "classic" Baroque style. This piece not only sounds great on clavier or harpsichord, but transfers very well to the guitar in the hands of a good player. Long stretches are required. Listening to the midi file below will give you an idea of what this piece sounds like on a harpsichord.
Listen to Solfeggio midi file
Sequence © Pierre R. Schwob - by permission. Original from the Classical MIDI Archives
Fanfarinette Score -Page 1of3
Fanfarinette Score -Page 2of3
Fanfarinette Score -Page 3of3
Fanfarinette Part I -Page 1of2
Fanfarinette Part I -Page 2of2
Fanfarinette Part II -Page 1of2
Fanfarinette Part II -Page 2of2
Fanfarinette Part III -Page 1of1
Comments: This piece was initially popularized by Bob James' album
of synthesized Rameau pieces. The CBC Radio program "Disk
Drive" made millions of listeners familiar with the Bob James version (which, by the way, is beautifully done). In recent years, many musical
groups have come up with their own version of this piece, whether it is salsa, Spanish flamenco style (LA
Guitar Quartet), jazz with cool vibes, tango style with accordion, violin
and guitar, bluegrass, and so on. The version posted here is faithful to
the original Rameau composition and is suitable for intermediate and up
players. The above files are in jpeg format, at 150 dpi. Enjoy!
"Farewell" is a fingerstyle guitar solo that has light classical influences. The mood of the piece seems to suggest the kinds of feelings we may have when we bid someone a fond farewell. Our feelings of regret at seeing them leave are balanced with warm anticipation of seeing them again. This composition is the last track on my "Sunburst" CD, and you can listen to a clip of it on my Home Page. I hope you enjoy this piece.
