On The Texas Prescribed Music List
Francisco Tarrega (1852-1909) was a Spanish composer and classical guitarist regarded by many as "the father of the classical guitar." Adelita is a mazurka originally composed for guitar by Tarrega. The mazurka originated in Poland and was popularized by Frederic Chopin.
The tempo is indicated as Lento, but seems to work better at a faster tempo. The audio file here is at 80 bpm. However, this piece should not be performed metronomically, but rather with a more rubato style.
On The Texas Prescribed Music List
Prelude in B minor is from Frederic Chopin's 24 Preludes, which covers all major and minor keys. It is believed that this prelude, along with others, were played at his funeral. Nicknames given to this prelude after Chopin's death include "Homesickness" and "Tolling Bells."
This piece can help students learn to play in a legato style, as well as learning to play expressively.
On The Texas Prescribed Music List
If Ye Love Me, by Thomas Tallis, is an English Anthem that was first published in 1560, and perhaps composed circa 1549. It is based on John 14: 15-21.
This piece can serve as an introduction to your students of music from the Renaissance Period. The polyphony within forces students to listen and count.
On The Texas Prescribed Music List and Florida MPA List
Grade 2
Duration: 2:30
Ave Verum Corpus is a motet composed by Mozart in 1791 to celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi. It is arranged here for brass quartet with two trumpets and two French horns.
On The Texas Prescribed Music List
If Ye Love Me, by Thomas Tallis, is an English Anthem that was first published in 1560, and perhaps composed circa 1549. It is based on John 14: 15-21.
This piece can serve as an introduction to your students of music from the Renaissance Period. The polyphony within forces students to listen and count.
