Four Centuries of Women Composers

Description

This collection of compositions for piano solo spans four centuries, including a rarely heard piece by Gottchalk's sister, Clara, as well as a charming piece by Marie Antoinette. Other composers include Madame Dussek, Teresa Carreno, Amy Beach, Clara Schumann, Fanny Mendelssohn, and others. Three new solos are also offered by the author, Gail Smith.

Contents:
'Tis My Friend (Queen Marie Antoinette; Arranged by Gail Smith) •
Aloha Oe (Queen Lilivokalani; Arranged by Gail Smith) •
Arlynne (Gail Smith) •
Barcarolle (Mrs. H. H. A. Beach) •
Caprice – Polka (Teresa Carreno) •
Columbine (Mrs. H. H. A. Beach) •
Gavotte (C. Chaminade) •
Golden Sonata (Gail Smith) •
Gottschalk Waltz (Teresa Carreno) •
In Sylvan Glade (Clara Gottschalk Peterson) •
Memories (Gail Smith) •
Pantalon (Mrs. H. H. A. Beach) •
Rondo (Sophia Dussek) •
Toccatina (Clara Schumann) •
Ubungsstuck (Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel)