Universal Edition Strauss D. & Bern A. - Klezmer Duets - Violon & Accordeon
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Essential Information About This Book
Essential Information About This Book
- 10 intermediate-level klezmer duets: a traditional repertoire ideal for progressing while playing in pairs.
- Authentic approach to the style: emphasis on klezmer subtleties (phrasing, timing, articulation, ornamentation) specific to the tradition.
- Open interpretation: clear playing suggestions, designed as one option among others, to encourage exploration and musical freedom.
- Practical appendices: explanations on variations and ornaments, with dedicated support for the accordionist.
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Summary of This Book
"Klezmer Duets" by Deborah Strauss and Alan Bern offers a lively introduction to traditional klezmer through 10 duet pieces, designed for intermediate-level musicians. While the clarinet is often associated with klezmer today, this collection highlights the historical importance of the violin, whose playing shaped the expressive codes of the genre for centuries. It notably features bowing techniques, attacks, articulations, ornaments, and rhythmic placement that give klezmer its singing character, sometimes plaintive, sometimes dance-like.
The book emphasizes an essential reality: these nuances are not always fully captured by notation. Klezmer is often performed as a semi-improvised music, where the performer adapts and colors the melody. Strauss and Bern's arrangements therefore propose one way to play each piece, without presenting it as unique or definitive. This approach is particularly relevant for developing a personal interpretation, refining mutual listening, and building a solid musical dialogue in duet.
The repertoire spans various traditional atmospheres and functions, with pieces such as "Bobover Khupe-Marsh," "Boyberiker Hora," "Dem Trisker Rebns Khosid," "Fun der Khupe," "Honga," "Leon's Sirba," "Nigunim Suite," and "Sher," as well as two pieces credited to Gegna Jacob ("Gegna Skotshne" and "Gegna Taksim"). Two appendices complete the work: one shows how to enrich a "bare" melody with variations and ornaments, the other provides useful guidance for the accordionist. Additional resources are also mentioned to support the performers' work.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Traditional, World | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Traditional; Gegna Jacob | Genre | traditional klezmer sheet music |
| Arranger | Deborah Strauss; Alan Bern | Difficulty | intermediate |
| Instrumentation | violin and accordion duo | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is Klezmer Duets suitable for an intermediate level?
The collection is designed for intermediate-level musicians and features 10 duet pieces for violin and accordion.
Which klezmer pieces are included in Klezmer Duets?
The repertoire includes Bobover khupe-marsh, Boyberiker Hora, Fun der khupe, Honga, Leon's Sirba, Nigunim Suite, and Sher. Two pieces by Gegna Jacob are also included: Gegna Skotshne and Gegna Taksim.
Does the violin part cover klezmer ornaments?
The writing involves bowing techniques, attacks, articulations, and ornaments characteristic of the klezmer style. The arrangements offer an interpretation that allows room for adapting the melody.
Are there specific tips for the accordion?
An appendix provides instructions dedicated to the accordion.
Does the book offer variation exercises?
One of the two appendices shows how to enhance a bare melody through variations and ornaments. This material supports the development of musical dialogue between the two instruments. Additional resources are also mentioned in the book.
