Messiah: Vocal score (Classic Choral Works)
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| Rating | : | 4.82 (787 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0193366681 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 264 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-10-31 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Excellent purchase" according to C. K.. Piano accompaniment a far better and more playable reduction than others scores I've seen. Vocal score size somewhat larger than typical making for much easier reading of vocal lines. Excellent purchase.. Four Stars Great condition!
The appendix contains Handel's alternative movements and transpostions. The full score includes all the alternative movements and transpositions in their correct sequence and all material is signposted clearly and cross-referenced with the vocal score.Vocal scores and orchestral material are also available on hire.. for SATB soloists, SATB choir, and orchestraA truly versatile and user-friendly edition - a practical approach for performers, informed by the very highest standard of scholarship. The vocal score presents with great clarity the standard version that we all know and love, complete with a new, practical piano reduction
Rapid semiquaver runs in thirds and sixths are avoided wherever possible, yet the essentials of the orchestral texture are always present in an effective transcription for piano or organ which can be used both for rehearsals and for performances without orchestra. This is undoubtedly a quality production. * Early Music Today Aug 99 * For organists/pianists who have for many years done battle with various versions of the accompaniment to Messiah Timothy Morris's piano reduction will be eagerly scrutinized. A most finished piece of Musick indeed. * Martin Neary, Early Music Review Dec 98 * Such simple practical aids will save much rehearsal time: one hopes that other publishers of choral works will follow suit The text is an eminently practical one, not least in the keyboard reduction which lies easily under the fingers. Likewise, the vocal score is uncluttered and easy to use. * Howard Layfield, Mastersinger Spring 99 * In the succinct comentary