Schott Ligeti Gyorgy - Mysteries Of The Macabre - Trumpet In C And Piano

Name: Ligeti Gyorgy - Mysteries Of The Macabre - Trumpet In C And Piano
Brand: Schott
SKU: 108037
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EAN : 9790001082990

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Essential Information About This Score
• 3 arias from the opera Le Grand Macabre: a striking excerpt from the 20th-century operatic repertoire, adapted for stage and concert performance.
• Version for C trumpet and piano: an effective duo, ideal for working on projection, endurance, and musical presence.
• Virtuosic and theatrical writing: lines inspired by coloratura arias, rich in contrasts and character.
• Practical format: 32 pages to approach these three pieces as a cycle, in audition, recital, or competition program.

Ligeti Gyorgy - Mysteries Of The Macabre - Trumpet In C And Piano

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Summary of This Score

Three arias from the opera "Le Grand Macabre" offers a selection of three arias arranged from the unique universe of the opera Le Grand Macabre, composed between 1974 and 1997. Under the title The Mysteries of the Macabre, these pages capture the spirit of three coloratura arias associated with the character of the head of the "Secret Political Police": music that is incisive, expressive, and deliberately theatrical.

In this adaptation for C trumpet and piano, the trumpet becomes a true solo voice: precise articulation, singing phrasing, brilliant passages, and rapid changes of atmosphere. The piano, meanwhile, provides a dense and dramatic accompaniment role, supporting the musical narration and harmonic tensions. Together, they form a powerful recital duo designed to captivate the listener while showcasing the musicality and personality of the performer.

This score is intended for trumpeters and pianists wishing to explore a contemporary repertoire derived from opera, with writing that demands a sense of musical text, breath control, and attention to color. It is particularly suitable for chamber music projects, thematic concert programs centered around opera, and any approach aiming to enrich one's repertoire with a recognizable, demanding, and theatrically effective piece.

Technical specifications

Musical Genre

Classical

Publication

Sheet music

Instrumentation

C trumpet and piano

Pages

Questions frequently asked

Is this sheet music compatible with a C trumpet?

The edition is written for C trumpet with piano accompaniment.

Which pieces are included in Mysteries Of The Macabre?

The collection features three arias from György Ligeti's opera Le Grand Macabre. These pages are based on the coloratura arias associated with the head of the "Secret Political Police".

How many pages does the sheet music have?

The score consists of 32 pages. The format includes the C trumpet part and the piano accompaniment.

What technical level does Ligeti's work for trumpet require?

The writing demands precise articulation and breath control. The solo part features brilliant passages and rapid changes of atmosphere. The piano supports a dense writing with marked harmonic tensions.

For which projects is this trumpet and piano arrangement suitable?

This arrangement is suitable for chamber music projects and concert programs focused on opera. It allows approaching a contemporary work designed as a duo for C trumpet and piano.