Iturralde: Memorias (Tríptico) / sopran sax (clarinet) and piano

Publisher | Editions Henry Lemoine |
Genre: | classical & sacret |
Arrangement: | melody / piano |
Cast: | solo |
Difficulty: | Advanced |
Format: | book |
Parameters
Product code: | 27926HL |
Composer: | Iturralde, Pedro |
No. of songs: | 4 |
Pages: | 40 |
Language: | French |
Size: | 23 x 31 cm |
ISMN: | 9790230979269 |
Songlist (4)
- Lisboa
- Casablanca
- Alger
- Retour
Product description
Memorias (Tríptico) is an impressive three-movement composition for soprano saxophone or clarinet and piano that combines elements of classical music with a touch of Spanish melodica to guide you through a palette of moods and memories. From melancholic lyricism to spirited rhythms, each movement of this triptych reveals Iturralde's masterful handling of melody and harmony. Written in 2004, this piece is suitable for intermediate and advanced players looking for repertoire with deeper emotional content.
Pedro Iturralde (1929-2020) was a Spanish saxophonist and composer. His work is characterized by a unique blend of jazz improvisation, flamenco passion and classical music tradition. Iturralde mastered the saxophone, clarinet and flute, and his performance art enchanted audiences around the world. As a composer, he was not afraid to experiment and combine seemingly incompatible musical worlds, creating a distinctive and unmistakable style. Often inspired by Spanish folklore, his compositions abound in melodic invention, rhythmic vitality and technical brilliance, which have won him popularity among performers and listeners alike. Pedro Iturralde has left a lasting mark on the musical world as a pioneer of genre fusion and a charismatic personality.