Alfred Publishing The Michel Legrand Songbook - PVG

Name: The Michel Legrand Songbook - PVG
Brand: Alfred Publishing
SKU: 92934
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ID : 92934

EAN : 9781576239339

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Essential Information About This Book
• A collection dedicated to the great songs of Michel Legrand, spanning film music and timeless standards.
• A rich selection of iconic titles such as "The Windmills of Your Mind", "The Summer Knows", "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?", and "I Will Wait for You".
• Detailed credits track by track (composers and lyricists), ideal for placing each song in its context.
• Perfect for expanding a repertoire, working on phrasing, musicality, and interpretation within the Legrand universe.

The Michel Legrand Songbook - PVG

43,20 €VAT incl.

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Summary of This Book

This book gathers a collection of songs by Michel Legrand, a major figure in film music and songwriting, known for his refined harmonies, instantly recognizable melodies, and unique sense of color. Through this selection, you will find themes and songs associated with iconic works, including "The Thomas Crown Affair," "The Summer of '42," "Yentl," and "The Other Side of Midnight," as well as titles that have become classics in the repertoire.

The tracklist highlights a wide variety of atmospheres: introspective ballads, lyrical themes, brighter songs, or those tinged with nostalgia. Several titles are written in collaboration with renowned authors and lyricists, including Alan Bergman and Marilyn Bergman, as well as Sheldon Harnick, Norman Gimbel, Carol Connors, Hal Shaper, Alan Jay Lerner, Marshall Barer, Neil Diamond, E. Marnay, J. Mercer, and E. Barclay. This content is ideal for musicians wishing to deepen their understanding of the Legrand aesthetic, whether for the stage, an interpretation project, style study, or simply the pleasure of playing and rediscovering these songs.

Technical specifications

Musical Genre

Musical, Film

Publication

Sheet music

Composer

Michel Legrand (primary), with contributions indicated per title (Alan Bergman, Marilyn Bergman, Sheldon Harnick, Norman Gimbel, Carol Connors, Hal Shaper, Alan Jay Lerner, Marshall Barer, Neil Diamond, E. Marnay, J. Mercer, E. Barclay)

Questions frequently asked

Which Michel Legrand films are represented in this collection?

The selection includes songs associated with The Thomas Crown Affair, The Summer of ’42, Yentl, and The Other Side of Midnight.

Does the Michel Legrand Songbook PVG include songs with the Bergmans?

Several titles are credited with Alan Bergman and Marilyn Bergman. The collection also mentions collaborations with Sheldon Harnick, Norman Gimbel, and Alan Jay Lerner.

For which repertoire styles is this sheet music intended?

The book is categorized under musical theatre and film genres. The featured pieces alternate between introspective ballads, lyrical themes, and songs tinged with nostalgia. This diversity reflects the harmonic and melodic writing associated with Michel Legrand.

Which other lyricists are featured in this songbook?

The credits list notably include Carol Connors, Hal Shaper, Marshall Barer, Neil Diamond, E. Marnay, J. Mercer, and E. Barclay.

Is this collection suitable for studying Michel Legrand's style?

The content brings together Michel Legrand titles notably from The Summer of ’42 and Yentl, allowing an exploration of his refined harmonies through sheet music.