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This edition has also been edited and realised by William Bennett.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContents Vol. 1\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonata No.1 In B Minor BWV 1030\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonata No.2 In E Flat BWV 1031\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonata No.3 In A BWV 1032\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContents Vol. 2\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonata No.4 In C BWV 1033\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonata No.5 In E Minor BWV 1034\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonata No.6 In E BWV 1035\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"shopify-section-template--25567739576654__main\" class=\"shopify-section section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-width\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__description-below rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Johann Sebastian Bach\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJ. S. 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It is perfect to work on the flexibility of the tone and good training to be able execute more challenging pieces. Starting in D major, the piece has a ternary form (ABA), with a beginning in staccato, a slower B part and the repeat of the initial theme for the end. The most difficult part of this piece will be found in the last two measures, with really fast notes to play. It will be necessary to start to play them at a slower tempo to get the perfect technique and then increase the speed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description fr-view\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description fr-view\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHenri Büsser\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench composer, Büsser (1872-1973) studied at the Paris Conservatoire in 1889. 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He graduated with a first-class honours degree in music and a subsequent Doctorate from Cambridge University. At the Royal College of Music, he studied composition under Herbert Howells and conducting with Sir Adrian Boult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout his prolific career, Bourgeois composed an impressive array of works, including 116 symphonies, seventeen concertos, and various extended orchestral pieces. He also delved into choral and instrumental compositions, creating seven major works for chorus and orchestra, two operas, and a musical. Additionally, he explored chamber, vocal, and instrumental music, and composed extensively for Brass Band and Symphonic Wind Orchestra, producing fifteen extended works and seven symphonies respectively. Bourgeois’s musical talents extended to television productions, where he contributed music for several projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBourgeois made significant contributions to the world of music as a lecturer in music at Bristol University from 1970 to 1984. During the early 1980s, he served as the conductor of the Sun Life Band and held leadership roles in esteemed organizations like the Composers’ Guild of Great Britain and the Music Advisory Panel of the Arts Council.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1984, Bourgeois embraced the role of Musical Director for the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain, and in 1988, he founded the National Youth Chamber Orchestra of Great Britain. 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As an opponent of the 12-tone school of Arnold Schoenberg, Hindemith formulated a harmonic system based on an expanded traditional tonality, expounded in his work “The Craft of Musical Composition.” Throughout his career, he composed notable works such as the Violin Concerto, Cello Concerto, and Symphonic Metamorphoses After Themes by Carl Maria von Weber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hindemith.info\/en\/life-work\/biography\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.hindemith.info\/en\/life-work\/biography\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"All Flutes Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55274214359374,"sku":"ED 4760","price":13.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0885\/5335\/7646\/files\/351587-00.webp?v=1768909188"},{"product_id":"quantz-sonata-in-e-minor-for-flute-and-piano-schott","title":"Quantz- Sonata in E minor for Flute and Piano (Schott)","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuantz- Sonata in E minor for Flute and Piano (Schott)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d30375b9-1b8c-4f56-aa95-8fd75c47eea9\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"815\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJohann Joachim Quantz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (1697–1773) was a German flutist, composer, and flute maker of the late Baroque era. Born in Oberscheden (now part of Germany), he initially trained as an oboist and violinist before becoming one of the most important flute virtuosos of his time. Quantz worked at the court of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFrederick the Great\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Berlin, where he served as royal flute teacher, composer, and instrument maker. He wrote hundreds of flute concertos and sonatas and is especially remembered for his influential 1752 treatise \u003cem data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"587\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOn Playing the Flute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, which provides detailed insight into 18th-century performance practice, ornamentation, and musical style. 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He studied clarinet, bass clarinet, piano, and composition at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, studying with professors, Yona Ettlinger, Stephen Trier, Meriel Jefferson, and Patric Standford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Rae’s performances have spanned West End and Royal National Theatre productions, including the renowned ‘Oresteia’ with music by Sir Harrison Birtwistle. He has also collaborated with leading orchestras and ensembles, notably participating in the EMI album ‘Classic Ellington’ conducted by Sir Simon Rattle and the C.B.S.O. He also leads the Phoenix Saxophone Quartet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a highly published composer, James Rae has created over 200 educational wind music compositions. His works, featured in major wind examination syllabuses, encompass instrumental study books, tutors, transcriptions, duets, and collaborations on musicals with Mike Cornick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, he has served as an adjudicator at various music festivals and competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"All Flutes Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59644032024910,"sku":"UE16589","price":21.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0885\/5335\/7646\/files\/3754501847.jpg?v=1778666892"},{"product_id":"kohler-progress-in-flute-playing-op-33-chester","title":"Kohler- Progress in Flute Playing Op. 33 (Chester)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eKöhler\u003c\/span\u003e- Progress in Flute Playing Op. 33 (Chester)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposer: Ernesto Köhler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEditor: Edward Blakeman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlute score\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher: Chester Music\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgress in Flute Playing Op. 33 is made up of three carefully graded volumes ranging from grades 4 to Grade 8+. 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Kohler also composed several operas and ballets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Modena, Köhler received flute lessons from his father, Venceslau Joseph Köhler, who held the position of the Principal Flute in the Duke of Modena’s orchestra. In 1869, he ventured to Vienna where he began his career as a flautist. Later, he joined the Imperial Opera Orchestra in Saint Petersburg in 1871.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong flute players, he gained recognition for his widely appreciated ‘Flute School’ (“Flöten-Schule” circa 1880), a popular flute learning method. Additionally, his Opus 33, “Progress in Flute Playing,” a series of three progressive instructional books for flautists published in the 1880s, became highly regarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, Köhler also made connections within the mandolin community. 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This Urtext edition provides you with an accurate realisation of the composer’s original intentions (for the Flute part, that is) and thoroughly detailed editorial markings and suggestions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eContents\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRondeau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSarabande\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourree 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourree 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolonaise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMenuet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBadinerie\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Johann Sebastian Bach\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJ. S. Bach was a German composer and musician of the Baroque period. A renowned harpsichordist and organist, he composed over 1000 works, enriching the German musical style through his skills in counterpoint and harmony. Some of his most popular works include Air on the G String, Goldberg Variations, Brandenburg Concertos, The Well-Tempered Clavier, Toccata and Fugue in D minor, and many more. 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Bringing together a selection of pieces inspired by the rhythms, melodies and musical traditions of Latin America, the album offers an engaging introduction to a variety of distinctive styles and characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes pieces such as Milonga, El Diablo Suelto, La Partida, Cielito and Camino Pelao, ranging from lyrical and atmospheric writing to lively, rhythmically energetic music. 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He specialised in the bassoon and flute, holding the flute to the left, contrary to modern-day flute playing. His playing was highly regarded for its brilliance, ravishing beauty of tone and purity of intonation. His talent and amiable nature forged a lasting friendship with Quantz, who praised Blavet’s kindness and musicianship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1726, Blavet joined the Duke of Carignan and became part of the newly formed Concert Spirituel. He obtained a privilege from Louis XV in 1728 to publish flute sonatas and served as the steward of music for Louis, Count of Clermont. Blavet’s first book of flute music, featuring six sonatas for two flutes without bass, was published in 1728.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1738, Blavet became the principal flute in Louis XV’s personal ensemble, the “Musique du Roi,” and later joined the Paris Opera orchestra in 1740. Notably, he played in the quartet that premiered Telemann’s Paris quartets. Blavet declined a position in Frederick the Great’s court, which was eventually accepted by Quantz. He also ventured into composing, creating the first French comic opera, Le Jaloux corrigé, in 1752.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlavet passed away in Paris in 1768, leaving behind a significant contribution to flute music, particularly in the French and Italian styles. His works were written in easily accessible keys, intended for amateur musicians to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe wrote a number of works for flute including 6 Sonatas for 2 Flutes, Op.1, 6 Flute Sonatas, Op.2,  6 Flute Sonatas, Op.3, a Flute Concerto in A minor and a Suite in E major for 2 Flutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Michel_Blavet\"\u003ehttps:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Michel_Blavet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"All Flutes Plus","offers":[{"title":"Vol. 1","offer_id":60664326160718,"sku":"BH2000131","price":13.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Vol. 2","offer_id":60664326193486,"sku":"BHM060091810","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0885\/5335\/7646\/files\/M060091803_cov.jpg?v=1788529596"},{"product_id":"leclair-sonata-in-c-for-flute-and-basso-continuo-schott","title":"Leclair- Sonata in C for Flute and Basso Continuo (Schott)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeclair- Sonata in C for Flute and Basso Continuo (Schott)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposer: Jean-Marie Leclair\u003cbr\u003eEditor: Hugo Ruf\u003cbr\u003eFlute part and piano score\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Schott Music\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean-Marie Leclair’s Sonata in C major, Op. 1 No. 2 is an elegant example of French Baroque chamber music, combining graceful melodic writing with lively dance-inspired movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally conceived for flute or violin with basso continuo, the sonata is both accessible and rewarding to perform, making it well suited to lessons, recitals and chamber music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe opening Adagio allows the player to explore expressive phrasing and ornamentation, while the quicker movements introduce the rhythmic vitality and refined dance character typical of Leclair’s style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Schott edition is edited by Hugo Ruf and forms part of the publisher’s Il Flauto Traverso series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough much of his music was written primarily with the violin in mind, a number of his sonatas, including the Sonata in C major, Op. 1 No. 2, were specifically designated as suitable for transverse flute as well, making them an attractive part of the Baroque flute repertoire.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Michel_Blavet\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Jean-Marie Leclair\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean-Marie Leclair (1697–1764) was a French violinist and composer and one of the most important figures in the development of the French violin school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis music brings together the elegance and ornamentation of the French Baroque tradition with the more virtuosic and energetic Italian style. 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The opera’s sensuous melody, skillful character portrayal, and use of leitmotifs have earned it the status of a masterpiece. He also created other successful operas including “Le Jongleur de Notre-Dame” (1902), “Werther” (1892), and “Thaïs” (1894), featuring the renowned “Méditation” for violin and orchestra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMassenet’s oeuvre reflects the various operatic trends of his time, with works like “Le Cid” (1885) displaying characteristics of French grand opera and “Le Roi de Lahore” (1877) embracing Orientalism. His compositions were also influenced by Richard Wagner and the style of verismo (a style of Italian Opera).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides his operas, Massenet composed notable incidental music for plays like Les Érinnyes (1873) and more than 200 songs, a piano concerto, and various orchestral suites. As a teacher at the Paris Conservatoire from 1878, he left a lasting impact on future generations of composers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1912, Massenet published his autobiography, “Mes Souvenirs” (My Recollections).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/biography\/Jules-Massenet\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.britannica.com\/biography\/Jules-Massenet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"All Flutes Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60664582242638,"sku":"F 166-401","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0885\/5335\/7646\/files\/F-166-401_1.jpg?v=1788531189"},{"product_id":"james-galway-showpieces-for-flute-and-piano","title":"James Galway: Showpieces for Flute and Piano","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJames Galway: Showpieces for Flute and Piano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEditor\/Arranger: James Galway, Phillip Moll\u003cbr\u003eFlute part and piano score\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Novello and Co\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Galway: Showpieces is a collection of ten well-known works arranged for flute and piano by Sir James Galway. 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The collection is particularly suited to advanced intermediate and advanced flautists looking for recital repertoire that combines expressive playing with technical brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdagio And Variation (Saint-Saens)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDance Of The Blessed Spirits (Orfeo Ed Euridice) [Gluck, Christoph Willibald]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFantaisie Pastorale Hongroise (Doppler)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaru No Umi-the Sea In Spring (Michio Miyagi)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinuet And Badinerie (J.S.Bach)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinute Waltz In D Flat Op. 64 No.1 [Chopin, Frederic]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoto Perpetuo (Paganini)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerenade (Drigo)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Flight Of The Bumble Bee [Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolay]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaltz (Godard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Sir James Galway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned flautist, Sir James Galway has performed worldwide, has 98 albums to his name and has sold 30 million recordings. Throughout his extensive career, he has performed with many of the world’s top orchestras and conductors and toured extensively internationally. Galway has also collaborated on film soundtracks such as The Lord of the Rings and partnered with popular artists such as Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Joni Mitchell and Sir Elton John.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA native of Northern Ireland, Galway began his flute studies in Belfast. At the age of 16, he was awarded a scholarship to the Royal College of Music, followed by studies at the Guildhall School of Music and Paris Conservatoire. At the age of 21, he embarked on his orchestral career in London’s major opera and symphonic orchestras. He took up the coveted position of solo flautist with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra under Herbert von Karajan in 1969, before becoming one of the first flautists to establish an international solo career in 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalway is a strong supporter of the arts and charitable causes and devotes much of his free time to furthering music education, sharing his wisdom and experience with the musical generation of tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.jamesgalway.com\/\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.jamesgalway.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"All Flutes Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60664602788174,"sku":"MUSNOV120472","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0885\/5335\/7646\/files\/musnov120472_0.jpg?v=1788531497"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0885\/5335\/7646\/collections\/LCME_GRADE_6.jpg?v=1785668846","url":"https:\/\/www.allflutesplus.com\/collections\/lcm-grade-5-copy.oembed?page=2","provider":"All Flutes Plus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}