Done with great taste, in a perfectly simple and straightforward manner, Liszt's piano tran*ions of Bach's organ music became the classic models for all future works in this genre. Includes 6 Organ Preludes and Fugues (BWV 543-548) and the world-famous Fantasia and Fugue in G minor (BWV 542). New Dover compilation.

At the turn of the century, when Alessandro Longo began editing his ll-volume collection of the keyboard sonatas of Domenieo Scarlatti, the legacy of the brilliant composer was still overshadowed by that of his contemporary, Johann Sebastian Bach. Today, Scarlatti (1685-1757) is recognized by most scholars and musicians as "the founder of modern keyboard execution" (Grove's Dictionary). His inventive style--most notable in these "essercizi" or sonatas--exercised a powerful influence over later masters such as Mendelssohn and Liszt. This sturdy volume presents 40 of Scarlatti's keyboard sonatas in a handsome, affordable edition compiled directly from Longo's monumental ll-volume set. Written in the last fifteen years of his life while Scarlatti enjoyed the generous patronage of Queen Maria Barbara of Spain, the sonatas are the crowning achievements of an outstanding Baroque composer. Exciting experimental effects--consecutive fifths and octaves, crossing hands, internal repetitions, and extended chords

Offered here for the first time in a single collection are the Prelude in C-sharp Minor; 3 Etudes-Tableaux from Op. 33 and 39; 7 Preludes from Opp. 23 and 32; 3 Moments Musicaux from Op. 16; the "Barcarolle" and "Humoreske" from Morceaux de salon, Op. 9; "Polichinelle" from Op. 3.

Perhaps the most majestic achievement in the last phase of Haydn's musical career, The Creation is a choral masterwork of seamless perfection. It is also among the most popular oratorios of all time, celebrating the glories of nature, man's innocent joy, and his gratitude to God for creating simple things for his pleasure and benefit. Extolling the wonders described in the Book of Genesis, the work combines the traditions of a Handel oratorio and the Viennese mass with Haydn's own symphonic style. Reproduced from an authoritative early edition, this score appears with bar- numbered movements and includes a text underlay in both German and English. Ideal for study in the classroom, at home, or in the concert hall, this affordable, high-quality, conveniently sized volume will be the edition of choice for music students and music lovers alike.

The complete van Gogh Vincent van Gogh's story is one of the most ironic in art history. He lived an unhappy and difficult life during which his work received almost no appreciation—finally killing himself by a bullet to the chest, so great was his despair—and is now widely considered one of the most important painters of all time, his works fetching record prices of tens of millions of dollars at auction. This comprehensive study of Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) represents a rarity in art history: a detailed monograph on his life and art combined with a complete catalogue of his 871 paintings. This volume also reproduces most of van Gogh's paintings in color for the first time.

40 charming, varied songs, ranging over Mozart’s entire career and including such gems as "Abendempfindung" (K.523), the sportive "Die Alte" (K.517), "Sehnsucht nach dem Fruhlinge" (K.596) and "Das Veilchen" (K.476), an exquisite setting of Goethe’s poem. This volume includes new literal line-for-line translations of all the German, French and Italian texts. Reproduced from the authoritative Breitkopf & H rtel edition.

The Blaue Reiter ("Blue Rider") group of artists was formed in Munich in 1911 on the initiative of two outstanding artists: Wassily Kandinsky,the fundamental pioneer of purely abstract painting, and Franz Marc, the creator of mysterious, abstract animal pictures. Together, the Russian, the German and many others in their circle strove towards an apotheosis of the spiritual in art. The outbreak of the First World War appeared to put a brutal end to what was at the time the most important avant-garde movement in Germany, but its influence continued unabated and inspired whole generations of international artists to create similar utopias.

An aggressively bright-yellow taxicab catches the attention of a harassed city dweller....A vivid red truck passes at first glance for a child's toy....A window display of theatrical complexity suggests a microcosm of the metropolis itself....These are the targets of Robert Walker's extraordinary photography—the contemporary, universal megalopolis, in all its crazy color, dissonance, and chaos. Robert Walker's world is one in which mundane activities take on the character of inexplicable urban rites and quasi-mythic struggles. Using the phone, crossing the street, holding one's own on the busy sidewalk: such insignificant actions demand competitiveness and creativity. The photographer records these instants with an eye for the odd and the absurd, but not without empathy for the individual caught up in the city's complex machinery. Witty blurring of the real and the unreal—the sign, the illusion, the simulacrum, ultimately the dream—forces us to question our understanding of the city. Th

The first biography of the late Grammy-winning,Oscar-nominated singer-songwriter Elliott Smith It is rare for arecording artist to move his fans so deeply that the news of hisdeath sparks instant tribute concerts worldwide. Elliott Smith wassuch an artist. On October 21st 2003, he was found dead in hisapartment from two stab wounds to the heart. But before his tragicdeath - which is still under investigation - came the solitarybeauty of Smith's music. Best-known for his heartrending song "MissMisery" from the Oscar-nominated "Good Will Hunting" soundtrack,Elliott Smith was catapulted to the status of indie icon afterperforming at the 1998 Oscars. Sandwiched between Celine Dion andTrisha Yearwood and wearing an unlikely white tuxedo, he lookedmiserable - but many who witnessed his surreally beautifulperformance thought he put Dion's "My Heart Must Go On" to shame.His albums have since sold over half a million copies, with manycrediting his melody-based rock for the success of artists fromBelle Sebasti

Edward Hopper (1882-1967) is considered the first significantAmerican painter in 20th-century art. After decades of patientwork, Hopper enjoyed a success and popularity that since the 1950shas continually grown. In canvas after canvas he painted theloneliness of big-city people. Many of Hopper's pictures representviews of streets and roads, rooftops, and abandoned houses,depicted in a brilliant light that strangely belies the melancholymood of the scenes. Hopper's paintings are marked by strikingjuxtapositions of colour, and by the clear contours with which thefigures are demarcated from their surroundings. His extremelyprecise focus on the theme of modern men and women in the naturaland man-made environment sometimes lends his pictures a mood ofeerie disquiet. On the other hand, Hopper's renderings of rockylandscapes in warm brown hues, or his depictions of the seacoast,exude an unusual tranquillity that reveals another, more optimisticside of his character.

Reprinted from an authoritative Breitkopf & H rtel edition, this compilation comprises 11 of the master's finest sonatas — from short, simple early works to the more complex thematic developments and variations that followed. Highlights include the sublime virtuoso Sonatas No. 50 in C Major and No. 52 in E-flat Major, and Sonata No. 40 in G.

A master of the art song, Brahms extended his exceptional artistry to the delightful solo vocal quartets contained in this volume. Included are the Liebeslieder, Op. 5"2, 18 songs for vocal quartet (soprano, alto, tenor and bass) and piano four hands; Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65, 14 songs and a dosing piece for the same ensemble; and Zigeunerlieder, Op. 103, 11 songs for vocal quartet and piano (one player). Of the two sets of Liebeslieder, Grove's Dictionary remarks: "The former shows Brahms in his most genial Viennese vein . . . and some of the quieter pieces are unexpectedly touching. The second set is rather more sombre in colouring and ends with a remark- ably beautiful finale, to words by Goethe, in which the dance rhythm seems to fade away in the distance." The Zigeunerlieder elicit this comment: "... the general atmosphere of the music is essentially Brahmsian... and most delightful in quality."

Renowned for such masterworks as the opera The Bartered Bride and Ma Vlast (My Fatherland), a cycle of symphonic poems, Czech composer Bedrich Smetana (1824-1884) was also a composer of important chamber music. The two quartets in this volumeboth autobiographical in nature--are among his finest works in the genre. The String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor, a musical recollection of the composer's life, paints a picture of yearning ambition, a happy social life, and the delights of love; but the end brings hints of future difficulties that darken the quarter's sunny mood. The String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor, written in 1882 after deafness had overtaken Smetana, is less sanguine in tone. Its somber themes, suggesting the difficuhies of the composer's life with the handicap of hearing loss, exert a powerful, emotional pull on the listener. Remarkable for their quasi-programmatic realism in recalling Smetana's life, both works are frequently heard and performed today. Reproduced here from authoritative earl

French composer Ernest Chausson (1855-1899) came late to music and his promising career was cut tragically short by a fatal accident; nevertheless, his musical legacy embraces compositions in every genre, including the critically acclaimed Concerto in D for Piano, Violin and String Quartet. This masterful work exhibits the significant influence of Cesar Franck, with whom Chausson studied, particularly in its cyclical form, numerous modula-tions, and deeply expressive lyricism. Chausson hoped to foster a rediscovery of classic forms, especially in chamber music. Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians notes that "He wanted to prove, above all.., that a sonata or a quartet may contain as much music as a whole opera." This brilliant work attests to the success of his efforts. Reproduced here from an authoritative source, this delightful work is certain to enchant a broad range of musicians and music lovers.

From the author of Hiding the Elephant and The GloriousDeception comes a collection of five essays that shows how thegreat stage illusions were integrally products of their time, basedon the traditions and fashions of the people, and the offspring ofthe incredible, inventive personalities who brought them to thestage. Like no other author, Jim Steinmeyer gives us insight intothe timeless appeal of magic. His human subjects include suchcharacters as Steele MacKaye, Maskelyne, David Devant, P.T. Selbit,Horace Goldin, and Charles Morritt. Illusions he discusses include:The Mascot Moth, Sawing a Lady in Halves, and Morritt'sDisappearing Donkey.

Composed in 1910, The Firebird was the first of many successful ballets that brought Stravinsky international recognition. This edition is the composer's own reduction for solo piano. Originally intended for Ballets Russe rehearsals, it has become a popular and challenging part of the piano repertoire and an excellent study score.

Made in France celebrates the innovative and experimental design sophisticated style and rich artistry of French popular culture. Reed Darmon has created a beautiful and inspiring collection of vintage French design from the past century. The hundreds of images packed into this delightfully compact book include movie caf and travel posters book and magazine covers advertisements music albums household product packaging fashion items toys and other colorful and irresistible ephemera. A stylish object and graphic essay in one Made in France is an extraordinary glimpse into the heart of French popular culture. Tr s chic!

A rarity in piano literature, Opera Favorites for Piano Four Hands gives piano duos of intermediate and advanced skills the opportunity to recapture some of opera's best moments. Selections include A da's "Triumphal March"; the Carmen "Overture"; Don Giovanni's "Serenade"; from Faust, "Love Song," "Soldiers' March," and "Waltz"; plus many more.

The Slavonic March was published in 1880, the same year as two of Tchaikovsky's greatest and most frequently performed works — the powerful Symphony No. 4 and the delightful Capriccio Italien. This Russian warhorse more than holds its own in such attractive company, boasting numerous current recordings. Completed in 1880, the Slavonic March was composed the same year as two of Tchaikovsky's greatest and most frequently performed works--the powerful Symphony No. 4 and the delightful Capriccio Italien. This Russian warhorse more than holds its own in such attractive company, boasting numerous cur- rent recordings. Ideal for study in the classroom, at home, or in the concert hall, this affordable new miniature-score edition offers music lovers, performers, and students an opportunity to study Tchaikovsky's masterful orchestration of one of his best-known works.

This colorful new anthology of guitar music contains 49 best-loved American folk songs from all corners of the country, from the Deep South to New England, from Appalachia to Gold Rush California.Every song has been specially tran-scribed, arranged, edited, and newly engraved for guitarists at all levels, in an easy-to-use combination of traditional notation and guitar tablature with simplified chord symbols.As a bonus, two all-time favorites-"Amazing Grace"and "Black-eyed Susie"-are included in arrangements for two guitars. The collection includes such perennial favorites as "John Henry, Simple Gifts," and Stephen Foster's incomparable "Beautiful Dreamer." Devotional songs like "Go Down, Moses," "Amazing Grace," and "Deep River" are here along with such sentimental ballads as the timeless "Aura Lee" and "Shenandoah." Patriotic songs-"Yankee Doodle" and "When Johnny Comes Marching Home"-share this wonderful edition with the delights and humor of "Blue Tail Fly, Little Brown Jug," and the like. Guita

"As they watched on television as airliners controlled by terrorists flew into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, the American and international public at large became suddenly aware of the symbolic, political, economic and social importance of architecture." 作者简介： MAX PROTETCH opened his first gallery in 1969 at the age of twenty-three.Since 1978 he has estaboished himself as the world's premier dealer in architectural drawings and objects.He has shown the work of some of the most important architects of the twentieth century,including Frank Lloyd Wright,Mies van der Rohe,Louis Kahn,Aldo Rossi,and Eliel and Eero Saarinen,and proemiered the work of some of the most influential figures in contemporary architecture,in cluding Frank Gehry,Michalel Graves ,Zaha Hadid,John Hejduk,Rem Koolhaas,and Samuel Mockee. The photograph above,by Richard Pare,shows Protetch in 1998 at architect Tadao Ando's Chikatsu-Asuka Hisorical Museum,where ht was preparing for a show of work by Ando and