Samba (No.4 of the Brazilian Suite) Transcribed by Luiz Levy (Urtext Edition) is currently unavailable

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Piano Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1404926 Composed by Alexandre Levy. Arranged by Alexandre Dias (editor). 19th Century,Classical,Latin,Romantic Period. Score. 23 pages. Instituto Piano Brasileiro - IPB #987958. Published by Instituto Piano Brasileiro - IPB (A0.1404926). This Urtext edition of Alexandre Levy's "Samba," the captivating fourth movement from his Brazilian Suite (1890), is the quintessential embodiment of early Brazilian musical nationalism. This edition brings to light Levy's masterful integration of traditional Brazilian melodies, including the iconic "Balaio, meu bem, balaio," and lesser-known gems like the Afro-Brazilian song "Xô Araúna," within a sophisticated structure. Our meticulously engraved score honors Levy's original composition and enhances accessibility with modern notational clarity. This is a rare and brilliant piano solo transcription by Alexandre Levy's brother, Luiz Levy. Key features include: - A comprehensive critical commentary by Alexandre Dias, shedding light on the Samba's historical significance and Levy's pioneering role in Brazilian music. - A detailed exploration of the Samba's thematic elements, revealing Levy's intricate use of Brazilian folk and Afro-Brazilian melodies. - High-quality musical engraving that provides a meticulously crafted and clear presentation of the score. - Enriched editorial notes, providing a reliable and authoritative foundation for performers. Perfect for pianists seeking to delve into the roots of Brazilian music, this edition showcases Alexandre Levy's genius while serving as a bridge between classical music traditions and the vibrant sounds of Brazil. This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard’s global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds. About Digital Downloads Digital Downloads are downloadable sheet music files that can be viewed directly on your computer, tablet or mobile device. Once you download your digital sheet music, you can view and print it at home, school, or anywhere you want to make music, and you don’t have to be connected to the internet. Just purchase, download and play! PLEASE NOTE: Your Digital Download will have a watermark at the bottom of each page that will include your name, purchase date and number of copies purchased. You are only authorized to print the number of copies that you have purchased. You may not digitally distribute or print more copies than purchased for use (i.e., you may not print or digitally distribute individual copies to friends or students).