A delicious volume of some of the most rich, colourful and beautiful songs for high voice. Inspired by the folk music of his native Norway, Grieg drew upon the novelty of his own ideas to create further works of utter originality that; in terms of melody, harmony modualtion and rhythm; rank among works of the greatest copmposers. This is an outstanding compilation of the best fifty of Grieg's 135 songs and includes many of his most popular melodies, such as
Solvejg's Song,
From Monte Pincio and
Dreams.
With an informative introduction by the distiguised music critic and Grieg biographer Henry T. Finck, this is a practical and revealing book for lovers of Grieg's music, or for your choir. It features notes on each selection offering essential information for a thorough comprehension and interpretation of these enchanting songs.