Review (PDF) Clair De Lune (from Suite Bergamasque) (Alfred Masterwork Edition)
The original, unsimplified version of one of Debussy's most popular piano works. This ethereal, flowing section of Suite Bergamasque is diatonic and displays a conventional harmonic vocabulary in D-flat major. The title, Clair de lune, suggests a relationship to Paul Verlaine's eponymous poem, describing a vision of long-dead dancers in the moonlight. The music transmits the otherworldly, transparent, and impalpable qualities of the experience while maintaining clarity and definition. Perfect for the burgeoning late intermediate pianist. Edited by Willard A. Palmer.
Series: Alfred Masterwork Edition
Paperback: 8 pages
Publisher: Alfred Music (July 1, 1982)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0739012924
ISBN-13: 978-0739012925
Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.2 x 0.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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I like this piano piece because it is a beautiful piece that is easy enough for a Late Beginner/Early Intermediate pianist to handle. It does require understanding of holding tied notes through opposing melody lines, hands over skill, and changing clef signs...but I find it to be an excellent 'dessert piece' for students to show off with! The 'Simply Classics' Series is an excellent one.
The music is great. I love the 'Simply Classics' arrangements for my young piano students. My only complaint is that the music was slightly bent when it arrived. Perhaps had not been taken care of before shipping. I always try to get pristine music for my students' recital pieces.
I downloaded this to my kindle and it will not display the sheet music. Just the cover. UGH! This is the first book for kindle that I have not been able to read and it is extremely frustrating. Maybe you have to do something different to open it, but I can't see what. I'm trying to open it on my computer now.
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