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NANCY LITTEN musician
Приєднався 19 тра 2011
I entered the Royal Academy of Music, London, at age 16 on an open piano scholarship, winning prizes while there. I also studied violin to a high level, freelanced as an orchestral player, and led a string quartet, performing as a soloist, chamber music and orchestral player on both instruments and as a piano accompanist.
After many years of experience conducting choirs I published 'Choral and Vocal Warm-ups for Pianists', 'Choral and Vocal Sight Singing with Keyboard Harmony,' and 'Rounds with Accompaniment' (all with Alfred UK.) I advised ABRSM and TCL on electronic keyboard, published the 'Keyed Up' series of tutors, and wrote many compositions and arrangements for exam syllabuses. The 'Playing with Colour' violin tutors I co-authored with Sharon Goodey, and my arrangements of favourite piano pieces for piano trio, 'Classical Vienna' and 'Romantic Vienna', were published in 2022. 'Piano Postcards' ( 10 piano pieces at intermediate level) has recently been published by EVC.
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After many years of experience conducting choirs I published 'Choral and Vocal Warm-ups for Pianists', 'Choral and Vocal Sight Singing with Keyboard Harmony,' and 'Rounds with Accompaniment' (all with Alfred UK.) I advised ABRSM and TCL on electronic keyboard, published the 'Keyed Up' series of tutors, and wrote many compositions and arrangements for exam syllabuses. The 'Playing with Colour' violin tutors I co-authored with Sharon Goodey, and my arrangements of favourite piano pieces for piano trio, 'Classical Vienna' and 'Romantic Vienna', were published in 2022. 'Piano Postcards' ( 10 piano pieces at intermediate level) has recently been published by EVC.
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You are my heart's delight (Dein ist mein ganzes Herz)
This is from Franz Lehár's 1929 operetta The Land of Smiles, which was set in 1912 Vienna. Nancy LItten plays her own piano arrangement of the song (which was written for the tenor Richard Tauber, a friend of Lehár).
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Morris men, Rochester Sweeps Festival May 2024
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Morris men, Rochester Sweeps Festival May 2024
Three Fantastic Dances
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Nancy Litten plays Shostakovich's Three Fantastic Dances op 5: Allegretto, Andantino, Allegretto. They were written between 1920 and 1922 while Dmitri Shostakovich was still a student. The combination of clothing and wig is somewhat 'fantastic' too, with a floor mop, Viennese mask and graduation gown...
Habanera from Carmen
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The famous song, 'L'amour set un oiseau rebelle', from Bizet's opera Carmen, which opened in 1875. The pianist, Nancy Litten, plays her own arrangements for piano solo.
Dancing Doll (Poupée Valsante), piano
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In 1895 the Hungarian composer Ede Poldini wrote Dancing Doll as one of 'Marionettes', 7 pieces for piano. Kreisler later arranged it for violin with piano accompaniment, but this is the original version, played by Nancy Litten.
Willows in the Water, by Nancy Litten, EVC Music
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An atmospheric piece from 'Piano Postcards', 12 Recital Pieces for Intermediate players. www.musicroom.com/nancy-litten-piano-postcards-piano-solo-evc044?returnurl=/search?q=evc044
Ferragosto, by Nancy Litten, EVC Music
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A jolly piece celebrating Italy's national August holiday; it comes from 'Piano Postcards', 12 Recital Pieces for the intermediate pianist. www.musicroom.com/nancy-litten-piano-postcards-piano-solo-evc044?print=1 www.evcmusic.com/product/piano-postcards-by-nancy-litten/
Fred and Bertie's Night-Time Stroll, by Nancy Litten, EVC Music
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From '22 Nocturnes for Chopin', published by EVC, this Nocturne celebrates Chopin's Nocturne in F minor op 55 no 1, mixing his style with that of the 1920s jazz scene of Bertie Wooster (P.G.Wodehouse stories) www.evcmusic.com/product/22-nocturnes-for-chopin/www.musicroom.com/22-nocturnes-for-chopin-piano-solo-evc050
Liszt, Consolation no 3 in Db
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Published in 1850, a year after Chopin died, it is thought to be a tribute to him, in particular recalling his Nocturne in Db op 27 no 2.
The Shepherd's Song, by Elgar
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I have made an arrangement of this beautiful song by Elgar. It is dedicated to the memory of Jeremy McLaughlin, the singer who introduced it to me. To purchase the arrangement go to www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1385176/Product.aspx Lyrics are by Barry Pain: 'Down the dusty road together Homeward pass the hurrying sheep, Stupid with the summer weather, Too much grass and too much slee...
Elizabethan Serenade, piano
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Ronald Binge's Elizabethan Serenade was first performed by the Mantovani orchestra in 1951. Although it celebrates the second Elizabethan age in England, pianist Nancy Litten has dressed in the fashions of the time of Queen Elizabeth 1 in the 16th century.
Handel in the Strand (on his skateboard)
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This piece is most jolly, and sounds jollier still at a brisk tempo. As I have small hands, plus arthritis in both thumbs, for this second take I rearranged many of the wide chords and octaves to enable me to get up speed. I imagine Handel flying down the Strand on his skateboard, his wig streaming out behind him...
Handel in the Strand (walking)
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In 1930, Percy Grainger arranged his clog dance 'Handel in the Strand' for piano. It combines Handel's style with the musical comedy of the day.
These Sweet Days, by Nancy Litten, Sheet Music Direct
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The composer plays her piece for piano, written in a minimalist style. The music describes an abandonment to intense happiness, knowing that such sweetness is unlikely to come again. To purchase the music go to www.sheetmusicdirect.com/eUS/se/ID_No/1313631/Product.aspx
The Sad Ghost, by Nancy Litten, ABRSM Publishing
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The Sad Ghost, by Nancy Litten, ABRSM Publishing
Valsa caprichosa by da Motta op. 9 no. 3
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Valsa caprichosa by da Motta op. 9 no. 3
The Penguin Party, by Nancy Litten, EVC Music
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The Penguin Party, by Nancy Litten, EVC Music
Transylvania, by Nancy Litten, EVC Music
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Transylvania, by Nancy Litten, EVC Music
Bartok's Dance in Bulgarian Rhythm no 6
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Bartok's Dance in Bulgarian Rhythm no 6
Pavane pour une infante defunte, Ravel (piano)
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Pavane pour une infante defunte, Ravel (piano)
Liebesfreud; Kreisler's own piano version
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Liebesfreud; Kreisler's own piano version
Rachmaninoff Prelude in C-sharp minor op 3 no 2
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Rachmaninoff Prelude in C-sharp minor op 3 no 2
You look fab & so is the song you play so well.
Beautiful.. I had to play it after hearing you!!!
Oh yeah, my girl You got it going on! You are wearing out that stride!
Hermosa, Beautiful
Love the piano playing, the old upright and the great visual feel for Fat's classic song. Bravo.
My God you're hilarious, what a gem, I love you!
Hello Nancy, I love your playing. With the Paris Olympics & the return of Celine Dion could you play Hymn to Love?
Thank you for your comment. The period I have chosen is 1850-1950 however...
@@NANCYLITTENsalonpiano oh well that's fine then because Edith Piaffe first sung it in 1949.
@@llyn7154 Thank you! I'll do it then!
great.
Listen to the Percussive Jewelry!!
Fats is back !
A thousand thanks Nancy. That was one of the first songs I knew as a child and it's taken 70 years for me to hear it played properly. The teddies also played their parts well, as they should.
I love watching you in all your costumes.
Awesome musician
I don't believe you... What's next...??? One little two little three little Indians...???
Excellent
I envy the liquidity of your arpeggios that I cannot match, likely the fault of my piano.
Beautifully played Your Highness and what fun we are having with the dress up! Sir Walter Raleigh should be here to hear too.
Good shit, nice one lady.
❤❤
Charming!
Yours is now my favourite Pavane on UA-cam. So deeply moving and touching. Thanks for sharing.🎉
♡ Jesus loves you and invites you to speak with Him in yer Heart at anytime as you would to a good Friend, He never denies anyone who trusts Him.
You made my day, thanks for sharing.🎉🎉
Brava Nancy! The understated musical humor reminds me of Rachmaninoff's arrangement of Bach
I really enjoyed that thank you Nancy! I used to play that one. I played it in school assembly when I was about 12. Such a nice version, you play very well!
Thanks. For. The. Lovely music. And for. The. Appearance. It. Brings me, to. Another time.
I am very happy that you like it.
Wunderschon!!!
Spooky 😮 beautiful play ❤
My second visit to your channel and I am now a big fan! I have sung this in the past and it is a difficult song so I congratulate you on your skilful performance here - perfect interpretation. I can tell you are very accomplished and also that you think about the music by choosing great outfits. Fabulous!
Hello again, and many thanks for your comments!
A big warm hello! I just came across your channel whilst working on my own. The piano is a wonderful instrument. I really mean that because my dad was a great pianist, but not classical. Oh my goodness, this tune you have played is awesome. I really got into the melody and absolutely loved it. I shall listen to more of your work because I am SO VERY IMPRESSED. This was beautiful and you now have a new sub! I love your outfit by the way - it really suits you, and suits the music too.
So glad you like it! It is great to make people happy with music.
Everything about this presentation was great. You have a beautiful touch and the pianos voice reminds me of Peter Mintons piano when he plays Say It Isn't So. Gorgeous instruments in the right hands. Thank you again.
Thank you!
So cool! I was reading United states history and then found your video
Very lovely 😍😍
Die Melodie ist wunderschön, wird aber durch dieses Klingklong unterbrochen.
Thank you. That was very special. Xx
a lovely piano arrangement. fabulous
Qué alegría volver a verla!!
I love these pieces, not often heard. What a pleasure... and the outfit too!
Hello Nancy have you ever thought of playing Primavera. I discovered it the other day.
Thanks. You always put a smile on my face.
Nancy. So beautiful! I have'nt done the second stick since 1978 (have it on tape). Anyway - I love the music of Fats Waller - and have done that since beginning of the 70th. Well - I have moved on to - like - Charlie Parker - Have you?
This song is a lot creepier than what people think.
lovely and played so passionately
Very nice. And love the hat!
Still so beautiful Nancy regards Martin x
That is a beautiful rendition. So beautiful.
This piece is really not easy
Easy today. Is my exam and in playing this piece
( Sing along ) The leaves from the trees, All dance in the breeze And float on the ripples, I'm lost in the spell That nightingales tell of roses and dew The memory of ,this moment of love Will haunt me forever, A tropical moon A sleepy lagoon And you.
I adore this piece. Your performance of it is just perfect ❤ I’m learning it for my grade 3 exam.
Wonderful!
go nancy you are so talented and you dress so impressively
Thank you!
please do a concert sometime
Surely this Elizabethan as in Elizabeth 2nd not Elizabeth 1st?
This is written under the video: Ronald Binge's Elizabethan Serenade was first performed by the Mantovani orchestra in 1951. Although it celebrates the second Elizabethan age in England, pianist Nancy Litten has dressed in the fashions of the time of Queen Elizabeth 1 in the 16th century.