Maria Theresia von Paradis : Sicilienne

for Violin (or Cello) and Piano

Introduction :

The Sicilienne is one of the most beloved and enduring melodies in the string repertoire. Long attributed to the blind 18th-century Austrian composer Maria Theresia von Paradis, latest research findings suggest the work was actually composed by the violinist Samuel Dushkin himself. Regardless of its origin, this graceful and melancholic dance remains a staple of the repertoire, celebrated for its lyrical beauty and elegant simplicity.

Product Features :

Published as part of the Edition Schott series, this edition belongs to the prestigious Dushkin Transcriptions collection. It is a highly practical score that serves both violinists and cellists. Due to its inclusion in various examination syllabuses (such as Trinity Grade 5), it is an essential pedagogical tool for intermediate students looking to develop their expressive cantabile playing.

Performance Tips :

1. Lyrical Expression: Focus on a seamless, singing tone; the melody requires a warm, continuous vibrato and careful bow control to maintain the long, arched phrases.
2. Rhythmic Character: As a Sicilienne, the 6/8 lilt should be felt gently; avoid making the dotted rhythms too sharp, aiming instead for a flowing, pastoral quality.
3. Dynamic Nuance: Use subtle dynamic shadings to highlight the harmonic shifts between the piano and the solo instrument, especially in the more introspective middle sections.
4. Bow Distribution:Careful planning of bow speed is necessary to prevent unwanted accents during string crossings, ensuring the melody remains fluid.

Composer :

Maria Theresia von Paradis (1759–1824) was a celebrated blind Austrian pianist and composer for whom Mozart likely wrote his Piano Concerto No. 18. While her authorship of this specific Sicilienne is now questioned, she remains a significant historical figure in 18th-century music.

Editor or Arranger :

Samuel Dushkin (1891–1976) was a prominent American violinist. He is best known for his collaboration with Igor Stravinsky and for his numerous transcriptions of 'old master' works, which helped popularize many short lyrical pieces for the violin.

Content :

• Sicilienne

Product Details :

• Composer : Maria Theresia von Paradis (attributed)
• Title : Sicilienne
• Instrumentation : Violin (Cello) and Piano
• Volume / Series : Dushkin Transcriptions, No. 6
• Publisher/Label : Schott Music
• Editor : Samuel Dushkin
• Edition : Print edition
• Level of difficulty : intermediate


• Product number : ED 11197
• ISMN : 9790220108730
• ISBN : 9781847611741
• Pages / Format : 6 / 23.1cm x 30.3cm
• Weight : 0,06 kg
• Binding : Folding

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瑪麗亞·特蕾莎·馮·帕拉迪絲 : 西西里舞曲 (Sicilienne)

為小提琴（或大提琴）與鋼琴

內容簡介 :

《西西里舞曲》(Sicilienne) 是弦樂曲目中最受歡迎且流傳最廣的旋律之一。長期以來，這部作品被認為是由 18 世紀盲人作曲家瑪麗亞·特蕾莎·馮·帕拉迪絲所作，但最新的研究指出，此曲實際上可能是由小提琴家山繆·杜希金 (Samuel Dushkin) 親自創作。不論其真實作者為何，這首優雅且帶著淡淡憂鬱的舞曲依然是經典之作，以其抒情的美感與高雅的簡潔性備受推崇。

產品特點 :

本樂譜隸屬於 Edition Schott 系列，屬於著名的 Dushkin Transcriptions (杜希金改編系列) 第六號。這是一份非常實用的樂譜，同時適用於小提琴家與大提琴家。由於此曲被列入多項檢定考試大綱（如 Trinity 五級），它是中級程度學生練習如歌般 (cantabile) 表現力時不可或缺的教學教材。

演奏提示 :

1. 抒情表現： 專注於無縫且如歌般的音色；旋律需要溫暖且持續的抖音 (vibrato)，並透過精細的運弓控制來維持長而圓潤的樂句。
2. 節奏性格： 作為一首西西里舞曲，應輕柔地感受 6/8 拍的律動；避免將附點節奏彈得過於尖銳，應追求一種流動、田園般的質感。
3. 力度細節： 使用細微的力度變化來凸顯鋼琴與獨奏樂器之間的和聲轉換，特別是在較為內省的中段部分。
4. 弓段分配：務必仔細規劃運弓速度，以防止在換弦時產生不必要的重音，確保旋律保持連貫流暢。

作曲家介紹 :

瑪麗亞·特蕾莎·馮·帕拉迪絲 (Maria Theresia von Paradis, 1759–1824) 是著名的奧地利盲人鋼琴家與作曲家，莫札特極可能為她創作了第 18 號鋼琴協奏曲。雖然目前對她是否為本曲作者存有爭議，但她仍是 18 世紀音樂史上極具代表性的女性音樂家。

編者介紹 :

山繆·杜希金 (Samuel Dushkin, 1891–1976) 是著名的美國小提琴家。他最為人所知的是與史特拉汶斯基的合作，以及他對許多「古代大師」作品的改編，這些改編作品成功地推廣了許多短小精緻的小提琴抒情小品。

收錄曲目 :

• 西西里舞曲 (Sicilienne)

書籍詳細資料 :

• 作曲 / 作者 : Maria Theresia von Paradis (傳)
• 產品名稱 : Sicilienne
• 使用樂器 : Violin (Cello) and Piano (小提琴或大提琴與鋼琴)
• 冊別 / 系列 : Dushkin Transcriptions, No. 6
• 出版社 : Schott Music
• 編輯 : Samuel Dushkin
• 產品格式 : Print edition (印刷版)
• 難易度 : intermediate (中級)


• 商品編號 : ED 11197
• ISMN : 9790220108730
• ISBN : 9781847611741
• 頁數 / 尺寸格式 : 6 / 23.1cm x 30.3cm
• 重量 : 0,06 kg
• Binding: 裝訂 : Folding (折頁)

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