Hi Hector, I'm not a big YouTuber, and I'm thinking I might not have responded to this kind comment from you. My humble apology! Thank you for writing. The music is available now from Fall House Press, or through Theodore Presser's website. Let me know if you perform it. I would love to hear you. All best. Don
There is a certain rippling effect specific to this piece that can only be provided by a piano, that this arrangement inherently lacks. That being said, this is a fabulous arrangement. Whatever was lost in translation was thrown to the wayside, replaced by a, haunting, resonating flute and quivering strings. So perfect is this, that I would easily rank it up there with Ravel's other compositions for String Quartets. Excellent Job, 5 stars.
@BerliozXIII Here I am checking my YouTube account two years after you wrote this comment, and what a kind and informed comment it was. Thank you so much for taking time to write this. I am touched.... and delighted that you enjoyed the arrangement. My very best to you! ~Don
Hi there. Thanks a bunch for the kind words. This arrangement of the Ravel has just been published by Falls House Press, distributed by Presser. I listened to your videos, too. Great playing. You really dig in.
Absolutely loved this piece!! And your flute tone and artistry is inspiring. Would love to get the music and play it with my friends.
HOD72 3 years ago
Hi Hector, I'm not a big YouTuber, and I'm thinking I might not have responded to this kind comment from you. My humble apology! Thank you for writing. The music is available now from Fall House Press, or through Theodore Presser's website. Let me know if you perform it. I would love to hear you. All best. Don
donbaileynyc 2 years ago
Thanks again Don! You did send me a note prior to this and so no need to apologize. I appreciate your kindness.
HOD72 2 years ago
There is a certain rippling effect specific to this piece that can only be provided by a piano, that this arrangement inherently lacks. That being said, this is a fabulous arrangement. Whatever was lost in translation was thrown to the wayside, replaced by a, haunting, resonating flute and quivering strings. So perfect is this, that I would easily rank it up there with Ravel's other compositions for String Quartets. Excellent Job, 5 stars.
BerliozXIII 3 years ago
@BerliozXIII Here I am checking my YouTube account two years after you wrote this comment, and what a kind and informed comment it was. Thank you so much for taking time to write this. I am touched.... and delighted that you enjoyed the arrangement. My very best to you! ~Don
donbaileynyc 4 months ago
Sir, this is some of the most beautiful playing I have heard. Thank you for making this available to us.
hawaiianflutist 3 years ago
Hi there. Thanks a bunch for the kind words. This arrangement of the Ravel has just been published by Falls House Press, distributed by Presser. I listened to your videos, too. Great playing. You really dig in.
donbaileynyc 3 years ago