Description
Mendelssohn Four Songs Without Words-2 Flutes and Piano
Mendelssohn Four Songs Without Words-2 Flutes and Piano
Publisher-Alry
Arranger Elizabeth Walker
Lieder Ohne Worte
About
Songs Without Words” is a collection of piano pieces composed by Felix Mendelssohn. These musical compositions, also known as “Lieder ohne Worte” in German, exemplify Mendelssohn’s lyrical and expressive style. Each piece within the collection is characterised by its melodic beauty and emotional depth. Mendelssohn intended these compositions to convey musical ideas and sentiments that go beyond words. “Songs Without Words” became widely popular and cherished by audiences, establishing Mendelssohn’s reputation as a leading composer of the Romantic era.
Elizabeth Walker has expertly arranged this work for two flutes and piano. The relatively easy piano parts are designed for flute teachers to play with their pupils.
Duration: c. 2-3:00 each (4 Selections)
Composer-Mendelssohn
Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy (1809-1847) was a famous German composer, pianist, conductor and teacher of the Romantic period.
His works encompass various genres, including symphonies, concertos, chamber music, and oratorios. Mendelssohn’s notable compositions include his “Violin Concerto in E Minor,” the evocative “Wedding March” from his incidental music for Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” and his masterful symphonies, such as the vibrant “Italian Symphony.” His contributions extended beyond composition, as Mendelssohn played a significant role in reviving the works of Johann Sebastian Bach and establishing modern performance practices for his music. Mendelssohn’s enduring legacy continues to captivate audiences with its beauty, passion, and profound musical expression. For more detailed information on Felix Mendelssohn’s life and achievements, refer to the comprehensive biography available at Britannica.
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Felix-Mendelssohn
Elizabeth Walker
Elizabeth Walker is a versatile flautist known for her performances on baroque, 8-keyed, and modern flutes. Based in the UK, she plays with orchestras and gives solo recitals worldwide. She also teaches at the specialist music school in Wells and organizes Flutes in Tuscany, an annual flute course in Italy.
Her musical journey began at the Royal College of Music as a Junior Exhibitioner, where she received the Sally Wainwright woodwind prize in 1985. She furthered her studies at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, mastering Renaissance flute, baroque, eight-keyed classical flute, and modern flute.
Elizabeth has contributed to numerous recordings for the New London Consort under the Decca label. Her passion for music extends to composition and arrangement. She has arranged and recorded music for flute and piano and written two award-winning study books.
Her dedication to preserving musical history is evident in her recordings. She recorded the Telemann 12 Fantasias and Flute Sonatas by J.S. Bach on a FluteMakers Guild flute and Schubert’s works for flute and piano using her original Louis Lot flute.
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