Description

Famous & Fun: Classics, Book 1 serves as an excellent gateway to the enduring works of renowned composers. This collection features thoughtfully arranged themes from symphonic, operatic, and keyboard repertoire, specifically chosen to engage early elementary beginners. Additionally, optional duet parts are included for teachers or parents to enhance the learning experience.

Songs / Content

• Barcarolle (from the Opera "The Tales of Hoffman")Jacques Offenbach (composer); Carol Matz (arranger)
• Eine Kleine Nachtmusik ("A Little Night Music," First Movement)Carol Matz (arranger); Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (composer)
• Hallelujah Chorus (from "The Messiah")George Frederic Handel (composer); Carol Matz (arranger)
• On Wings of SongFelix Mendelssohn (composer); Carol Matz (arranger)
• Overture to the Barber of SevilleGioachino Rossini (composer); Carol Matz (arranger)
• The Little Reaper's SongCarol Matz (arranger); Robert Schumann (composer)
• Theme from 1812 OvertureCarol Matz (arranger); Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer)
• Theme from Swan LakeCarol Matz (arranger); Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer)
• Theme from the MoldauBedrich Smetana (composer); Carol Matz (arranger)
• Theme from Trumpet Concerto in E-FlatFranz Joseph Haydn (composer); Carol Matz (arranger)