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Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 8 Divertissement (Op.8) sur Trois Romances Anglaisises Ferranti's "Divertissment" was based on popular melodies of the 19th Century. My Heart and Lute, Tis the Rose of Summer, and Alice Gray, are highly ornamented and joined together, rather like a pot-pourri with variations. Published by Chanterelle

Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 11 Ferranti's Concerto based on the medieval legend of Dr.Faustus, a man who sold his soul to the Devil. This piece is in two parts: the first a quirky introduction, the second a quick waltz. The dance is twice interrupted by a melody, in the minor key. Although this piece is musically straightforward, it is as well to stress that when Ferranti specifies an All…

Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 11 Eight easy pieces derived from the opera "La Muette de Portici" based on the political events of the Neapolitan revolt against Spain. We can only speculate on whether Ferranti's motives for arranging the eight extracts from the opera was to make a political statement or whether they were more pragmatic. Published by Chanterelle

Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 7 Fantiasie Variee sur la Romance d'Otello Assisa a pie inspired by Rossini's "Otello." This piece features a simple and elegant melody and harmony which is well handled and always sustained. Published by Chanterelle

Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 5 The "Six Nocturnes Bibliques (Op.3)" is probably the most widely-circulated Ferranti edition. This work is not as demanding as Ferranti's showpieces, however, it does focus on important instrumental techniques and musical requirements. These pieces adhere to the old musical maxim which holds that the simpler the piece, the more difficult it is to make it soun…

Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 2 The Caprices and most of Ferranti's extended showpieces are technically uncompromising. This volume contains very challenging music. The influence of Paganini and Legnani is very evident throughout this opus. Ferranti's opening text provides insight to his opinions on guitar music and instrumental technique. Published by Chanterelle

Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 4 Here for the first time is a comprehensive selection of guitar music by the Bolognese guitarist and composer Marco Aurelio Zani de Ferranti, one of the most accomplished guitarists of the Romantic era. The music has been re-engraved to the highest editorial standards and each volume comes complete with full historical notes and critical commentary. Published…

Zani de Ferranti - Guitar Works vol. 9 Ferranti's Nocture Op.9 on "Weber's Last Thoughts", a perennially popular nineteenth century air. This melody was frequently used by innumerable composers; there are over seventy different editions in the British Library alone, including guitarists Carulli, Mertz and Dubez. Published by Chanterelle

Edmar Fenicio: Chôros poeticos 1-2, Chorando nas Primas Vol. 3 Three of Edmar Fenicio's most famous choros. Contents Choros poeticos No.1 Choros Poeticos No.2 Chorando nas Primas Published by Chanterelle

Music for Guitar by Eduardo Falu Six pieces from the Argentine-born guitarist Eduardo Falu. Includes 'A La Antigua', 'Aire De Milonga' and 'Zamba De La Candelaria'. Contents A La Antigua (Preludio Y Allegro) Aire De Milonga Blanco Y Azul Corazon Alegre (Bailecito) Tremolo Zamba De La Candelaria Published by Kjos Music Company

Liturgia de Cristal Gabriel Fernandez Alvez Edited by Gabriel Estarellas 12 Preludes: i. Tiempo liturgico ii. Vitral iii. Angelus iv. Penumbra v. Aurea vi. Perfil del aire, camino del alma vii. Lo que la noche cuenta... viii. En la atmosfera senida.. ix. Soma-Sema(Organum) x. O Tempora! xi. Alegoria xii. Oracion

Charme de la Nuit by José Ferrer Jóse Ferrer was a Spanish guitarist and composer from the late 19th century. Charme de la Nuit Nocturne op. 34 for guitar solo is one of Ferrers many pieces that resembles the fashionable salon music of the time, with the title meaning "Charm of the Night". Published by Faber Music

Born in 1876 in Cadiz, the historical seaport town at the southern-most tip of Andalucia, Manuel de Falla is the greatest Spanish composer of this century. After the death of Debussy (25th March 1918) Henri Prunieres asked Falla to contribute to the planned memorial issue of revue Musicale, of which he was the publisher. Though Prunieres had asked for an article, Falla preferred to respond with a…

Tommy Flint: Christmas Songs For Fingerstyle Guitar Easy arrangements of 23 Christmas favorites. Each is shown in notation and tablature, with chords pictured. Contents: Away in a Manger, O Christmas Tree, The Friendly Beasts, Jingle Bells, Good King Wenceslas, I Saw Three Ships, We Three Kings, The Wassail Song, O Sanctissima, Angels From the Realms of Glory, The Conventy Carol, O Little Town of…

Fingerpicking Rock Hits Fifteen rock hits specially arranged for intermediate-level fingerpicking guitarists, featuring songs by artists such as Rod Stewart, John Bon Jovi, and Elton John. Each solo combines melody and harmony in one superb arrangement. All songs are arranged in both standard notation and tablature, with full lyrics for those who wish to sing along. Includes an easy introduction t…

Jose Ferrer: 24 Studies For Solo Guitar Classical guitarist, and author of the Schott Guitar Anthology Series, Jens Franke presents the first published edition of these studies by the Catalan guitarist, composer and teacher. Edition Schott

Manuel de Falla: Siete Canciones populaires espanolas/ Seven Spanish Folksongs For Guitar and Voice Composed by Manuel de Falla (1876-1946). Transcribed by Miguel Llobet and revised by Emilio Pujol. Published by Editions Max Eschig