Series: Dover Music Scores
Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: Dover Publications (June 1, 1976)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0486233766
ISBN-13: 978-0486233765
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 0.6 x 12 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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As stated in the title, this book contains the complete score for all 6 Brandenburg Concerti and all 4 Orchestral Suites by Bach. Parts are not included nor are they available separately from Dover.It is in modern notation with very clear, dark printing. It is a large-format (approx. 8 1/2 x 11) paperback book and is bound like most paperbacks.As with all Dover Editions, it is very easy to read and follow the music, but it was not designed as a performing score. Because of the binding (it won't lie flat) and because no attention was given to page turns, it is very difficult to play from. But if you wish to study the music or follow the score while listening to your favorite recording, you can't beat this edition for the money.
These pieces will have you an your feet at the end of the finale, this kept me engaged for days and was my sole teacher to have myself be taught these truly majestic masterpieces!
This series of music books requires a lot of music education to read. I'm a university-educated musician but not a music major. We used to call these books ur-text editions although this series isn't a licensed, copyrighted text like the real thing. I bought this Brandenburg music to study the original trumpet parts and key signatures of J.S. Bach.
I, being a Bach fanatic, enjoy following along while listening to them on my stereo. Quite obviously, this book would be utterly useless to someone who cannot read music, but it is quite insightful for those who can. Although it is inadequate for performance (due to page turns, no separate parts, doesn't lie flat easily), it is very useful for just simply following along.
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