Peter E. Wolf : Wolf-Temperiertes Klavier

Subtitle :

24 Pieces For Piano

Introduction :

Péter Wolf (a doctoral graduate of the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest) has composed a number of large-scale compositions in recent years which have had success at the hands of distinguished performers; these include two piano concertos as well as concertos for oboe, clarinet, and violin. By entitling his newest set of pieces for piano Wolf-temperiertes Klavier, the composer was able to simultaneously indulge in wordplay based upon his surname and give a tip of the hat to German baroque master Johann Sebastian Bach. The work's likeness to Bach is not limited to its title - the manner in which a piece has been written in both major and minor keys for each tone of the chromatic scale is blatantly inspired by Bach. In the preface to this publication, Wolf offers the following insights: 'I think I managed to find expressive titles. The first piece, Epiclesis (a prayer for inspiration, patience, and support), was heard from above: I was able to work continuously and without inhibitions. The works could be born in every key, until the last one, the Epilogue, was completed. When I finally finished inscribing the pitches of Bach's name, I admit, a little shiver went through me.' Of the character pieces, all were completely new with the exceptions of one being previously written and another whose theme Wolf borrowed from one of his own stage works. Wolf-temperiertes Klavier is recommended for advanced pianists who wish to push the boundaries between musical genres, as well as classical musicians interested in the harmonic language of jazz.

Product Features :

Modern Homage to Bach: This collection of 24 pieces is directly inspired by J.S. Bach's 'Well-Tempered Clavier', systematically featuring a piece in both major and minor keys for every tone of the chromatic scale, making it a powerful **contemporary cycle**.
Genre Fusion for Advanced Pianists: The work uniquely blends the structural discipline of classical music with the harmonic language and rhythmic freedom of jazz, making it ideal for advanced pianists seeking to **bridge musical genres**.
Expressive Character Pieces: Like the preludes of Debussy, each piece is a standalone *musical image* with an expressive title ('Sigh', 'Bitter tango', 'Bonjour M. Debussy'), perfect for developing interpretative and expressive skills.
Comprehensive Technical and Musical Challenge: Suitable for the intermediate-advanced level, this large-scale work provides extensive material for professional study, demanding high control over complex harmonies and diverse rhythmic textures.

Performance Tips :

Capture the Character: Treat each piece according to its descriptive title. For instance, 'Scherzo' requires lightness and wit, while 'Bitter tango' demands a heavier, more *rhythmically charged* feel. The titles should guide your interpretation.
Highlight Harmonic Tension: Focus on bringing out the underlying jazz-influenced harmonies and dissonances. Use dynamic emphasis and careful pedaling to make the **chromatic movement and chord voicings** effective.
Maintain Rhythmic Flexibility: While the work is classically structured, the jazz elements allow for subtle rhythmic give-and-take. Practice with a metronome for accuracy, but aim for a *natural, flowing* sense of time in performance.
Connect the Cycle: While playing individual pieces, recognize the systematic journey through all 24 keys, understanding how the sequence mirrors Bach's historical predecessor.

About the Composer :

Peter E. Wolf is a contemporary Hungarian composer known for his successful large-scale compositions, including two piano concertos. As a doctoral graduate of the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, he expertly bridges the gap between classical composition and the harmonic complexities of jazz.

Song List :

• Epiclesis [Péter Wolf]
• Stream [Péter Wolf]
• Rise of Day [Péter Wolf]
• Ostinato [Péter Wolf]
• Scherzo [Péter Wolf]
• Sunset [Péter Wolf]
• Get up! [Péter Wolf]
• Fog [Péter Wolf]
• Adagio [Péter Wolf]
• Moving [Péter Wolf]
• Rain [Péter Wolf]
• Bitter tango [Péter Wolf]
• Whirl [Péter Wolf]
• Old Castle [Péter Wolf]
• Bonjour M. Debussy [Péter Wolf]
• Moorland [Péter Wolf]
• Teetotum [Péter Wolf]
• Aquarelle [Péter Wolf]
• Dances [Péter Wolf]
• Jasmine [Péter Wolf]
• Sigh [Péter Wolf]
• Frederic & George [Péter Wolf]
• Morning Smile [Péter Wolf]
• Epilogue [Péter Wolf]

Product Details :

• Composer : Peter E. Wolf
• Publisher : Editio Musica Budapest
• Edition Number : 15087
• ISMN : 9790080150870
• Item Number : EMBZ15087
• Series : Wolf-temperiertes Klavier
• Instrument Group : Piano or Keyboard
• Instrumentation : Piano
• Format : Book (Softcover)
• Page Count : 128

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Peter E. Wolf : 沃爾夫平均律鋼琴曲集

副標題 :

24 首鋼琴曲

內容簡介 :

彼得·沃爾夫（Péter Wolf，布達佩斯李斯特音樂學院的博士畢業生）近年來創作了許多大型作品，並在傑出演奏家的手中取得了成功；其中包括兩部鋼琴協奏曲以及為雙簧管、單簧管和小提琴創作的協奏曲。作曲家將他最新的鋼琴曲集命名為《Wolf-temperiertes Klavier》（沃爾夫平均律鋼琴曲集），成功地將自己的姓氏進行文字遊戲，同時向德國巴洛克大師約翰·塞巴斯蒂安·巴赫致敬。這部作品與巴赫的相似之處不僅限於標題——其為半音階上的每個音都寫了一首大調和小調曲子的方式，顯然受到了巴赫的啟發。在這本出版物的前言中，沃爾夫分享了以下見解：「我想我成功地找到了富有表現力的標題。第一首曲子 'Epiclesis'（祈求靈感、耐心和支持的禱告）彷彿來自上方：我得以持續且無拘束地工作。這些作品得以在每個調上誕生，直到最後一首 'Epilogue' 完成。當我最終完成刻寫巴赫名字音高的工作時，我承認，一絲顫慄穿過了我。」在這些性格小品中，除了一首先前寫作的曲子和另一首沃爾夫從自己的一部舞台作品中借用主題的曲子外，所有作品都是全新的。《Wolf-temperiertes Klavier》推薦給希望打破音樂流派界限的進階鋼琴家，以及對爵士和聲語言感興趣的古典音樂家。

產品特點 :

對巴赫的現代致敬： 這本 24 首曲子的精選集直接受到 J.S. 巴赫《平均律鍵盤曲集》的啟發，系統性地為半音階上的每個音都創作了一首大調和小調曲子，使其成為一部強有力的 **當代循環曲集**。
適合進階鋼琴家的流派融合： 這部作品獨特地融合了古典音樂的結構嚴謹性與爵士樂的和聲語言和節奏自由，非常適合尋求 **跨越音樂流派** 的進階鋼琴家。
富有表現力的性格小品： 就像德布西的前奏曲一樣，每首曲子都是一個獨立的 *音樂圖像*，帶有富有表現力的標題（'Sigh'、'Bitter tango'、'Bonjour M. Debussy'），非常適合培養詮釋和表現技巧。
全面的技術和音樂挑戰： 適用於中級到進階水準，這部大型作品為專業學習提供了廣泛的材料，要求高度控制複雜的和聲和多樣的節奏織體。

演奏提示 :

捕捉角色特徵： 根據每首曲子的描述性標題進行處理。例如，'Scherzo' 需要輕盈和機智，而 'Bitter tango' 則需要更沉重、更 *富有節奏張力* 的感覺。標題應該指導您的詮釋。
突出和聲張力： 專注於帶出潛在的受爵士樂影響的和聲和不協和音。使用力度強調和仔細的踏板，使 半音階移動和和弦聲部 產生效果。
保持節奏靈活性： 雖然作品結構上是古典的，但爵士樂元素允許細微的節奏變化。練習時使用節拍器確保準確性，但在演奏中應追求 *自然、流暢* 的時間感。
連接循環： 在演奏單個曲目時，要認識到這是對所有 24 個調的系統性探索過程，理解這個順序如何呼應巴赫的歷史先驅。

作曲家介紹 :

Peter E. Wolf 是一位當代匈牙利作曲家，以其成功的大型作品而聞名，包括兩部鋼琴協奏曲。作為李斯特音樂學院的博士畢業生，他巧妙地彌合了古典作曲和爵士樂和聲複雜性之間的鴻溝。

收錄曲目 : 

• Epiclesis [Péter Wolf]
• Stream [Péter Wolf]
• Rise of Day [Péter Wolf]
• Ostinato [Péter Wolf]
• Scherzo [Péter Wolf]
• Sunset [Péter Wolf]
• Get up! [Péter Wolf]
• Fog [Péter Wolf]
• Adagio [Péter Wolf]
• Moving [Péter Wolf]
• Rain [Péter Wolf]
• Bitter tango [Péter Wolf]
• Whirl [Péter Wolf]
• Old Castle [Péter Wolf]
• Bonjour M. Debussy [Péter Wolf]
• Moorland [Péter Wolf]
• Teetotum [Péter Wolf]
• Aquarelle [Péter Wolf]
• Dances [Péter Wolf]
• Jasmine [Péter Wolf]
• Sigh [Péter Wolf]
• Frederic & George [Péter Wolf]
• Morning Smile [Péter Wolf]
• Epilogue [Péter Wolf]

書籍詳細資料 :

• 作曲 : Peter E. Wolf
• 出版社 : Editio Musica Budapest
• 版號 : 15087
• ISMN : 9790080150870
• 商品編號 : EMBZ15087
• 叢書系列 : Wolf-temperiertes Klavier
• 樂器組別 : 鋼琴或鍵盤
• 樂器配置 : 鋼琴
• 裝訂形式 : Book (Softcover)
• 頁數 : 128

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