101 Chorale Preludes
German Organ Works of the 17th & 18th Centuries
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Shipping Policy- Editors: John Brock, Quentin Faulkner
- Instrumentation: Organ
- Size: 8.9 x 12.0 inches
Description
The present volume has been designed with two purposes in mind: (1) to provide an introduction to chorale-based organ music from the 17th and 18th centuries for those who have not had extensive experience with historically based technique and other performance practice issues appropriate to this music; and (2) to provide for all organists a source of chorale-based repertoire for use in church services, concerts, and other situations where such pieces are appropriate. To meet the first of these goals the volume includes an extensive Preface that discusses relevant aspects of performance practice, and all of the pieces have been supplied with fingering and pedaling based on historical models (see below under Fingering and Pedaling for more information). in an attempt to serve both purposes, the works included have been chosen for their quality, variety, and musical interest. The editors hope that the collection will be useful for organ students and more advanced organists alike.
Publishers use a lot of words to describe what they sell, and we know it can be confusing. We've tried to be as clear as possible to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Below are descriptions of the terms that we use to describe the various formats that music often comes in.
Choral Score
A score for vocalists that only contains the vocal lines. The instrumental parts are not there for reference. Generally, cheaper than a vocal score and requires multiple copies for purchase.
Facsimile
Reproductions of the original hand-written scores from the composer.
Full Score
For ensemble music, this indicates that the edition contains all parts on a single system (there are not separate parts for each player). In larger ensembles, this is for the conductor.
Hardcover
Hardbound. Generally either linen-covered or half-leather.
Orchestral Parts
Similar to a wind set, this is a collection of parts. In the case of strings, the numbers listed are the number of copies included, though generally these are available individually (often with minimum quantities required).
Paperback
When publishers offer multiple bindings (e.g. hardcover) or study scores, this is the "standard" version. If you're planning to play the music, this is probably what you want.
Performance / Playing Score
A score of the music containing all parts on one system, intended for players to share. There are not separate parts for each player.
Set of Parts
For ensemble music, this indicates that there are separate individual parts for each player.
Solo Part with Piano Reduction
For solo pieces with orchestra, this is a version that contains a piano reduction of the orchestra parts. For piano pieces, two copies are typically needed for performance.
Study Score
A small (think choral size) copy of the complete score meant for studying, and not playing. They make great add-ons when learning concertos and small chamber works.
Vocal Score
A score prepared for vocalists that includes the piano/organ part or a reduction of the instrumental parts.
Wind Set
For orchestral music, this is a collection of wind and percussion parts. The specific quantities of each instrument are notated.
With Audio
In addition to the printed music, the edition contains recordings of the pieces. This may be an included CD, or access to files on the internet.
With / Without Fingering (Markings)
Some publishers prepare two copies - a pure Urtext edition that includes no fingering (or bowing) suggestions and a lightly edited version that includes a minimal number of editorial markings.
Digital Download
Digital, PDF version of the score.
101 Chorale Preludes
