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The Roots of Jazz for Two Violoncellos

Arranger: George A. Speckert


Description: Dive into the rich heritage of jazz with The Roots of Jazz for Two Violoncellos. Arranged by George A. Speckert, this collection brings together iconic jazz pieces tailored for two cellos. Featuring classics like "The Entertainer" by Scott Joplin and "Tiger Rag" by Nick La Rocca, as well as original compositions by Speckert, these arrangements capture the authentic jazz feel with catchy melodies and lively rhythms. Designed for easy technical difficulty, this anthology is perfect for lessons, recitals, or casual jam sessions.

Performance Notes:

  • Authentic Jazz Experience: Each piece reflects the distinctive melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements of genres such as ragtime, blues, boogie-woogie, gospel, and early jazz.
  • Educational and Enjoyable: The arrangements are crafted to be both fun to play and educational, making them suitable for students and seasoned musicians alike.
  • Practical Layout: The collection includes two performance scores with a user-friendly design, facilitating seamless practice and performance sessions.

About the Arranger: George A. Speckert, hailing from New Orleans, is renowned for his adeptness in arranging music that resonates with both performers and audiences. His deep understanding of jazz traditions is evident in his sensitive and skillful adaptations, making complex genres accessible and enjoyable for musicians of varying skill levels.

Adaptations: This anthology adapts renowned jazz standards and original works for two cellos, preserving the essence of the original compositions while ensuring playability for cellists. Speckert's arrangements maintain the integrity and spirit of each piece, offering a fulfilling musical experience.

Contents:

  1. The Entertainer (Scott Joplin)
  2. Boogie Woogie (George A. Speckert)
  3. Jazzin' It! (George A. Speckert)
  4. When the Saints Go Marchin' In (Traditional; arr. George A. Speckert)
  5. Runnin' Wild (Arthur Harrington Gibbs; arr. George A. Speckert)
  6. Tiger Rag (Hold That Tiger) (Nick La Rocca; arr. George A. Speckert)
  7. The Blues in St. Louis (George A. Speckert)
  8. Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen (Traditional; arr. George A. Speckert)
  9. Got the Blues (George A. Speckert)

Technical Details:

  • Publisher: Bärenreiter
  • Series: Ready to Play
  • Instrumentation: Two Cellos
  • Language: German, English
  • Product Format: Performance Score (2), Anthology
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Binding: Stapled
  • Item Number: BA10649
  • ISBN: 979-0006567003
  • ISMN: 9790006567003
  • Pages: 20/20
  • Weight: Approximately 0.15 kg


爵士之源:雙大提琴演奏選集

改編: George A. Speckert

簡介:

探索爵士樂的深厚文化底蘊,爵士之根:大提琴二重奏 為大提琴家帶來一場充滿節奏與旋律魅力的音樂饗宴。由 George A. Speckert 精心改編,本選集收錄多首經典爵士樂作品,特別為兩把大提琴量身打造。從史考特·喬普林(Scott Joplin)的 The Entertainer(娛樂家)到 Nick La Rocca 的 Tiger Rag(老虎布魯斯),再到 Speckert 自創的爵士樂曲,每首作品都展現了獨特的爵士韻律與旋律風格。

這本樂譜編排簡單易彈,適合各種場合,如音樂課堂、演奏會或即興合奏,讓演奏者在輕鬆愉快的氛圍中體驗爵士樂的律動與自由表現。

演奏提示:

  • 真實的爵士樂體驗: 每首樂曲都忠實呈現爵士樂的旋律、和聲與節奏特徵,涵蓋拉格泰姆(Ragtime)、藍調(Blues)、布吉烏吉(Boogie Woogie)、福音(Gospel)、民謠(Folksong)及早期爵士(Early Jazz)等多種風格。
  • 教育性與娛樂性兼具: 這些改編曲不僅易於演奏,還能讓學生與演奏者深入體驗爵士音樂的獨特魅力。
  • 實用的版面設計: 本書包含兩本獨立的演奏樂譜,版面清晰易讀,適合日常練習與演出。

作者介紹:
George A. Speckert 出生於美國新奧爾良,以其靈活生動的編曲風格聞名。他擅長改編不同音樂風格,使其更適合學習與演奏,並保留原作的核心精髓。Speckert 深厚的爵士樂背景與對音樂教育的熱忱,使他所編寫的作品廣受演奏者與教育工作者喜愛。

改編:
本書將著名爵士樂經典改編為適合大提琴二重奏的版本,並包含 Speckert 原創作品,使演奏者能夠以大提琴展現爵士樂獨特的律動與節奏感。改編過程保留了原曲的和聲與旋律結構,並適度調整,使其更適合大提琴演奏。

目錄(曲目):

  1. The Entertainer(娛樂家) – Scott Joplin
  2. Boogie Woogie(布吉烏吉) – George A. Speckert
  3. Jazzin' It!(爵士風格) – George A. Speckert
  4. When the Saints Go Marchin' In(聖者進行曲) – 傳統民謠 / 改編:George A. Speckert
  5. Runnin' Wild(狂野奔馳) – Arthur Harrington Gibbs / 改編:George A. Speckert
  6. Tiger Rag (Hold That Tiger)(老虎布魯斯) – Nick La Rocca / 改編:George A. Speckert
  7. The Blues in St. Louis(聖路易斯藍調) – George A. Speckert
  8. Nobody Knows The Trouble I've Seen(無人知曉我所見的困境) – 傳統福音歌曲 / 改編:George A. Speckert
  9. Got the Blues(擁抱藍調) – George A. Speckert

書籍詳細資料:
出版社: Bärenreiter(貝倫賴特出版社)
系列: Ready to Play(準備演奏系列)
樂器別: 兩把大提琴(二重奏)
語言: 德文、英文
產品屬性: 樂譜(演奏版、選集)
難易程度: 初級至中級
裝訂: 訂裝(騎馬釘)
Item Number: BA10649
ISBN: 979-0006567003
ISMN: 9790006567003
頁數: 20/20(兩本樂譜)