Description

Embark on a voyage of discovery with this captivating collection of 14 new Pacific Preludes from the creator of Microjazz, inspired by traditional music from the shores of the world’s largest ocean.

Explore the rich and varied musical landscape of the Pacific Rim as each Prelude weaves together native themes from countries including Australia Canada China Costa Rica Japan Peru New Zealand and the United States of America with Christopher Norton’s characteristically innovative popular music styles. Ideal for intermediate to advanced-level keyboard players these pieces are perfect for the concert platform as well as providing excellent teaching material.

Stylish demonstration performances by Iain Farrington can be accessed online.

Contents:
Anching (Philippines)
Cielito Lindo (Mexico)
El Guapango Chorotega (Honduras)
La Trastrasera (Chile)
Mi Palomita (Peru)
Mo Li Hua (China)
Now is the Hour (New Zealand)
Oy, de ne vecher (Russia)
Parranda Campesina (Colombia)
Pokarekare Ana (New Zealand)
Son de la Catarina (Guatemala)
Sweet Betsy from Pike (United States of America)
Thanh Hien (Vietnam)
Waltzing Matilda (Australia)