Description

Gabriel Fauré: Sicilienne for Flute and Piano, Op. 78 / EMB Music Score

UPC: 9790080075838

Product Details

Composer: Gabriel Fauré
Transcribed by: Pálfalvi József
Revised by: Jeney Zoltán id.
Format: Paperback, Sheet Music
Setting: Flute and Piano
Publisher: Editio Musica Budapest Zeneműkiadó
Publication Date: November 1975
Period: 20th Century
Pages: 10
Dimensions: 23 x 30.2 cm
Weight: 0.062 kg
Item Number: 7583
ISBN: 9790080075838 / 979-0080075838

Product Features

Fauré's beloved Sicilienne, Op. 78, transcribed for flute and piano by Pálfalvi József and revised by Jeney Zoltán id.
Published by Editio Musica Budapest in 1975
High-quality edition suitable for both performance and study
Emphasizes the pastoral and melancholic character typical of a sicilienne
Ideal for intermediate to advanced flutists and pianists

Overview

Gabriel Fauré, one of the most prominent French composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, composed the "Sicilienne" Op. 78, a piece known for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth. Originally written in 1893 as incidental music for Molière's play "Le Bourgeois gentilhomme," it was not performed due to the theater's bankruptcy. In 1898, Fauré reworked the piece for cello and piano, and later, an orchestral version was created and included in the incidental music for Maeterlinck's "Pelléas et Mélisande." Finally, in 1909, it became part of the four-movement orchestral suite (Op. 80), where the Sicilienne found its final form.

The term "sicilienne" denotes a piece with a pastoral character, typically featuring a 6/8 or 12/8 time signature, dotted rhythms, and an intimate, often melancholic mood. This transcription for flute and piano by Pálfalvi József and revised by Jeney Zoltán id. preserves the essence of Fauré's original composition, making it accessible to flutists.

Interesting Facts

The "Sicilienne" is one of Fauré's most popular works, beloved for its lyrical charm and expressive quality.
Originally intended for Molière's "Le Bourgeois gentilhomme," it was later adapted and found lasting fame in different forms.
Fauré's incorporation of the piece into "Pelléas et Mélisande" and later the orchestral suite showcases his ability to adapt and rework his compositions.
This piece, with its characteristic pastoral feel, is a staple in the repertoire of both cellists and flutists.