Description
Bartok 18 Duos for 2 Flutes
Bartok 18 Duos for 2 Flutes
Publisher-Universal Edition
Two Flutes
About
These arrangements for two flutes familiarise the players with the most important elements of Eastern European folk music, in particular Hungarian folk music. This album introduces players to Bartók’s very own tonal language.
Contents
- Reigen / Maypole Dance / Kalamajkó
- Sommer-Sonnwendlied / Midsummer Night Song / Szentivánéji
- Slowakisches Lied (1) / Slovakian Song (1) / Tót Nóta (1)
- Ungarisches Lied (1) / Hungarian Song (1) / Magyar Nóta (1)
- Spiel-Lied / Play Song / Játék
- Ruthenisches Lied / Ruthenian Song / Rutén Nóta
- Wiegenlied / Cradle Song / Gyermekrengetéskor
- Polster-Tanz / Pillow Dance / Párnás Tánc
- Ungarischer Marsch (1) / Hungarian March (1) / Menetelö Nóta (1)
- Märchen / A Fairy Tale / Mese
- Scherzlied / Comic Song / Tréfás Nóta
- Ungarisches Lied (2) / Hungarian Song (2) / Magyar Nóta (2)
- Spottlied / Teasing Song / „Ugyan Édes Komámasszony …“
- Zähllied / Counting Song / Számláló Nóta
- Hinke-Tanz / Limping Dance / Sánta-Tánc
- Neujahrslied (3) / New Year’s Song (3) / Ujévköszöntö (3)
- Neujahrslied (4) / New Year’s Song (4) / Ujévköszöntö (4)
- Serbischer Flecht-Tanz (zaplet) / Serbian Dance / Szerb Tánc
Béla Bartók
Bartók, a renowned composer and pianist, made profound contributions to 20th-century music. Hailing from Hungary, Bartók’s compositions embraced diverse styles and genres, including orchestral works, chamber music, and piano solos. His music was characterised by its rich harmonies, rhythmic complexities, and exploration of folk elements.
Bartók’s extensive research in ethnomusicology greatly influenced his compositions, as he incorporated folk melodies and rhythms from Hungarian, Romanian, and other Eastern European traditions.
His iconic works, such as the “Concerto for Orchestra” and the “Mikrokosmos” piano series, showcase his innovative approach to composition. Bartók’s impact on contemporary classical music is immeasurable, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of musicians.
For a more comprehensive overview of Béla Bartók’s life and musical contributions, you can refer to the detailed biography available at Britannica: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Bela-Bartok
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