Serenades Nos. 1 and 2 in Full Score - (Dover Music Scores) by Johannes Brahms (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Two popular pieces include the 1860 full orchestra revision of Serenade No. 1 in D Major, Op. 11; and Brahms's 1875 revision of Serenade No. 2 in A Major, Op. 16. Authoritative early editions. Instrumentation.<br><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>These two serenades reflect Brahms's interest, during the years 1858 and 1859, in the symphonies of Haydn and Mozart, as well as the latter's exquisite <i>divertimenti</i>, scored for small instrumental ensembles. <i>Serenade No. 1 in D major</i> was in fact originally composed for nine woodwinds and solo strings, then later rescored for full orchestra. Its six movements -- graceful, melodious, and light-textured -- reflect the elegance of the Mozart model while entertaining us with Brahms's characteristically spacious, flowing themes. <br><i>Serenade No. 2 in A major for Small Orchestra</i> was a favorite of Brahms -- warm, intimate, and darkly colored because of the unusual absence of violins. Referring to the work as his "beautiful opus," the composer often reflected on its delicacy and the "severe test" of performing its pensive <i>Adagio, </i> the third movement of five.<br>This attractive, inexpensive edition -- combining both serenades in a single volume -- is sure to appeal to a wide audience of musicians and music lovers.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>German-born composer Johannes Brahms (1833-97), an important figure of the Romantic era, spent most of his career at the forefront of the Viennese musical scene. A master of counterpoint, he wrote for piano, chamber ensembles, symphony orchestras, and voice.
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