The first American pianist’s legacy for the Fourth of July

The first American pianist’s legacy for the Fourth of July

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norman lebrecht

July 03, 2016

The Union by Louis Moreau Gottschalk contains all the nation’s favourites –  The Star-Spangled Banner, Hail, Columbia” and Yankee Doodle!

Played here by former Claude Frank student Martin Leung.

Happy day, everyone.

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Comments

  • Fernando says:

    July 4th and September 7th too, as Gottschalk’s Grand Fantasy on the Brazilian National Anthem is an eternal favourite in Brazil, as you can listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwF-NI7C8wc

  • Jeffrey Biegel says:

    Love this piece. Samuel Adler arranged it wonderfully for piano and orchestra, which has been requested for performance on several occasions. Fabulous piece!

  • Jeffrey Biegel says:

    Terrific piece indeed. American composer Samuel Adler arranged the solo piece for piano and orchestra which has been performed in concert. Specifically for Patriotic events, though, or for concerts about America.

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