Mel Bay Phillips Stacy - Klezmer Collection For C Instruments - Violin
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Summary of This Book
Designed for intermediate-level musicians, this collection brings together 120 iconic themes from the klezmer tradition, precisely transcribed from recordings of the genre's great masters. It captures the spirit of performances by Dave Tarras, Naftule Brandwine, Abe Schwartz (and other major figures), with melodic lines crafted to convey the flavor of the style: singing phrasing, typical inflections, modal turns, and dance accents. It is a valuable resource for developing a more idiomatic playing style and better understanding the klezmer musical language through melodies drawn from the field.
Each piece is notated in traditional notation for concert pitch instruments, facilitating integration into many ensembles (clarinet, flute, violin, etc.). The chord charts allow for quick harmonic accompaniment, whether practicing at home, arranging for a small group, or preparing a performance. The book also stands out for its program notes, which provide context and interpretive guidance, as well as interviews with klezmer musician Andy Statman and ethnomusicologist Dr. Walter Zev Feldman, offering lively insights into klezmer practice, history, and aesthetics.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Traditional, World | ||
| Composer | Transcriptions from klezmer style masters (including Dave Tarras, Naftule Brandwine, Abe Schwartz) | Language | English |
| Author | Stacy Phillips | Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Instrumentation | Concert pitch instruments | Year of publication | 1996 |
| Genre | Traditional sheet music / klezmer repertoire (Jewish style) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Which instruments can read this klezmer sheet music in C?
The notation is designed for C instruments, including violin, clarinet, and flute. The melodies can thus be integrated into various ensembles.
What level is required to play the 120 themes in the collection?
An intermediate level is recommended to approach the 120 klezmer themes in the book.
Which klezmer pieces and styles are included in this book?
The collection brings together 120 themes transcribed from recordings by masters such as Dave Tarras, Naftule Brandwine, and Abe Schwartz. The melodic lines incorporate typical inflections, modal turns, and dance accents. Each piece is presented in traditional notation.
Does the book contain chords to accompany the melodies?
Chord charts accompany the themes to build harmonic accompaniment. They can be used to prepare arrangements for small ensembles.
In which language are the explanations in Klezmer Collection For C Instruments?
The work is written in English. Program notes and interviews with Andy Statman and Dr. Walter Zev Feldman provide context on the history and aesthetics of klezmer.
