Ernesto Lecuona : Piano Music – Revised Edition (55 Pieces by Cuba's Greatest Composer)

Piano Solo – 20th Century / Latin American

Description:

This superb revised collection features advanced piano solo arrangements of 55 pieces by Ernesto Lecuona, widely considered Cuba's greatest composer. Published by Edward B. Marks Music Company, this volume is an essential resource for pianists seeking to explore the rich, vibrant, and virtuosic world of Cuban and Spanish music. Lecuona's music brilliantly fuses Romantic pianism with authentic Afro-Cuban and Spanish dance rhythms. This folio includes a biography and photo of the composer, offering valuable context for performance. The collection contains famous works such as 'Malaguena,' 'Andalucia,' and 'La Comparsa,' providing a stunning repertoire for concerts and advanced study.

Product Features:

• Comprehensive Collection: Features 55 pieces by Ernesto Lecuona, providing a rich and diverse repertoire spanning his career.
• Virtuosic & Rhythmic: The music is highly virtuosic, blending European Romantic technique with characteristic Cuban and Spanish dance rhythms.
• Historical Context: Includes a composer biography and photo, enriching the performer's understanding of the music's cultural background.

Performance Tips:

To perform Lecuona's music, pianists must master both the technical brilliance of the advanced arrangements and the essential rhythmic precision of the dance forms (like the malagueña and conga). Focus on dynamic contrast and achieving a rich, percussive tone where required, especially in pieces like 'Malaguena.' The lyrical sections demand a singing, expressive tone with a subtle use of rubato to convey the romantic Cuban heart of the music. A confident and energetic approach is key to bringing these vibrant compositions to life.

About the Composer:

Ernesto Lecuona (1895–1963) was a Cuban composer and pianist, regarded as one of the most important composers of the 20th century. He masterfully integrated Cuban folk rhythms and melodies with the European Romantic tradition, creating a distinct and highly popular style. His works are celebrated globally for their technical difficulty, melodic genius, and vibrant Latin American flavor.

Contents:

• A La Antigua
• Ahi Viene El Chino (Here Comes The Chinaman)
• Al Fin Te Vi
• Alhambra
• Andalucia
• Ante El Escorial
• Arabesque
• Aragon
• Aragonesa
• Bell-Flower
• Canto Del Guajiro (Song Of The Cuban Farmer)
• Cordoba
• Danza De Los Nanigos (Dance Of The Negroes)
• Danza Lucumi
• Danza Negra
• The Dolls Have A Party (Bacanal de Munocos)
• Ella Y Yo
• En Tres Por Cuatro (In Three Quarter Time)
• Enchantment
• Gitanerias
• Good Morning (Buenos Dias)
• Granada
• Guadalquivir
• Impromptu
• Interrumpida
• La Cardenense
• La Comparsa (Carnival Procession)
• La Conga De Media Noche
• La Habanera
• La Mulata
• La Primera En La Frente
• Lola Esta De Fiesta (Lola Is Celebrating)
• Malaguena
• Mazurka Glissando
• Merry-Go-Round Whirl (Carousel)
• Minstrels
• The Moon Lights Up (Cancion de Luna)
• Music Box
• No Hables Mas!! (Speak No More)
• No Puedo Contigo (I Cannot Make You Understand)
• Polichinella
• Por Que Te Vas? (Why Do You Go)
• Preludio En La Noche
• The Puppets Dance (El Baile de la Muneca)
• Rapsodia Negra
• Rococo
• San Francisco El Grande
• Vals Azul
• Vals Azul
• Vals De Las Sombras (Waltz Of The Shadows)
• Vals Del Nilo
• ...Y La Negra Bailaba!
• Yo Te Quiero Siempre (I Always Love You)
• Zambra
• Zambra Gitana

Product Details:

• Composer : Ernesto Lecuona
• Publisher : Edward B. Marks Music Company
• Series : Piano
• Instrumentation : Piano Solo
• Level : Advanced
• Product Type : Softcover
• Item Number : HL00220002
• ISBN : 9780793569823
• UPC : 073999287967
• Pages : 240 pages

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埃內斯托・萊庫奧納 : 鋼琴音樂（修訂版） (古巴最偉大作曲家的55首作品)

鋼琴獨奏 – 20世紀 / 拉丁美洲

簡介:

這本卓越的 修訂版 曲集收錄了被譽為古巴最偉大作曲家 埃內斯托・萊庫奧納（Ernesto Lecuona） 的55首 *高階* 鋼琴獨奏作品。此樂譜集由 Edward B. Marks Music Company 出版，是萊庫奧納獨特風格的著名選集，其音樂巧妙地將歐洲浪漫主義鋼琴技巧與充滿活力的非洲-古巴和西班牙舞蹈節奏完美融合。曲集包含作曲家的傳記和照片，有助於演奏者增進對作品文化背景的理解。重點收錄了如標誌性的 'Malaguena'、'Andalucia' 和 'La Comparsa' 等作品，為音樂會和高階學習提供了令人驚嘆的曲目。

產品特色:

• 全面的曲集: 收錄了萊庫奧納的55首作品，提供了一個豐富而多樣的曲目庫。
• 炫技與節奏感並重: 音樂極富炫技性，將歐洲浪漫主義技巧與特有的古巴和西班牙舞蹈節奏融合。
• 歷史背景: 包含作曲家傳記和照片，豐富了演奏者對音樂文化背景的理解。

演奏提示:

演奏萊庫奧納的音樂時，鋼琴家必須同時掌握高階改編的技術華麗，以及舞蹈形式（如 馬拉蓋尼亞舞曲 和 康加舞）的節奏精準度。應著重於力度對比，並在需要時（特別是 'Malaguena' 等作品中）展現飽滿、敲擊般的音色。抒情樂段要求如歌、富有表現力的音色，並運用細微的 彈性速度 來傳達音樂中浪漫的古巴心跳。自信且充滿活力的處理方式，是賦予這些作品生命的關鍵。

關於作曲家:

埃內斯托・萊庫奧納（Ernesto Lecuona, 1895–1963）是古巴作曲家和鋼琴家，被認為是20世紀最重要的作曲家之一。他精湛地將古巴民間節奏和旋律與歐洲浪漫主義傳統相結合，創造出獨特且廣受歡迎的風格。他的作品因其技術難度、旋律天才和充滿活力的拉丁美洲風味而享譽全球。

收錄曲目:

• A La Antigua
• Ahi Viene El Chino (Here Comes The Chinaman)
• Al Fin Te Vi
• Alhambra
• Andalucia
• Ante El Escorial
• Arabesque
• Aragon
• Aragonesa
• Bell-Flower
• Canto Del Guajiro (Song Of The Cuban Farmer)
• Cordoba
• Danza De Los Nanigos (Dance Of The Negroes)
• Danza Lucumi
• Danza Negra
• The Dolls Have A Party (Bacanal de Munocos)
• Ella Y Yo
• En Tres Por Cuatro (In Three Quarter Time)
• Enchantment
• Gitanerias
• Good Morning (Buenos Dias)
• Granada
• Guadalquivir
• Impromptu
• Interrumpida
• La Cardenense
• La Comparsa (Carnival Procession)
• La Conga De Media Noche
• La Habanera
• La Mulata
• La Primera En La Frente
• Lola Esta De Fiesta (Lola Is Celebrating)
• Malaguena
• Mazurka Glissando
• Merry-Go-Round Whirl (Carousel)
• Minstrels
• The Moon Lights Up (Cancion de Luna)
• Music Box
• No Hables Mas!! (Speak No More)
• No Puedo Contigo (I Cannot Make You Understand)
• Polichinella
• Por Que Te Vas? (Why Do You Go)
• Preludio En La Noche
• The Puppets Dance (El Baile de la Muneca)
• Rapsodia Negra
• Rococo
• San Francisco El Grande
• Vals Azul
• Vals Azul
• Vals De Las Sombras (Waltz Of The Shadows)
• Vals Del Nilo
• ...Y La Negra Bailaba!
• Yo Te Quiero Siempre (I Always Love You)
• Zambra
• Zambra Gitana

書籍詳細資料:

• 作曲者 : 埃內斯托・萊庫奧納
• 出版社 : Edward B. Marks Music Company / Hal Leonard
• 系列 : 鋼琴
• 樂器編制 : 鋼琴獨奏
• 程度 : 高級
• 產品類別 : 平裝本
• 商品編號 : HL00220002
• ISBN : 9780793569823
• UPC : 073999287967
• 頁數 : 240頁

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