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The Guitar Music of Paul Coles

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Paul Coles is a guitarist, teacher, per-former and composer. Known for his contemporary pieces that are technically interesting but accessi-ble for most players to perform and en-joy, his works range from pieces for the developing musician, to commissioned works performed and premiered by some of the world‘s leading guitarists. Enthusiastically reviewed have been,

amongst others, his CDs Imágenes de

España recorded by Craig Ogden,

Evocaciones de España recorded by

Agustin Maruri and Kevin Michael

Jones (guitar & cello) and the première

of his guitar concerto The Lost Gardens

performed by Roberto Limon.

This catalogue contains a complete listing of the guitar music of Paul Coles

published by his own company MÚzicas Editions and Universal Edition AG. The

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UE21670 26 Melodic Studies for Guitar

These pleasing little studies have been written to help

the student to develop a basic technique based upon

the traditional teachings of Francisco Tárrega,

Fernando Sor and Mauro Giuliani to name but a few.

They are enjoyable to play, with memorable melodies,

harmonics, and rhythms. The studies progress from

relatively easy to more demanding pieces so it is an

album designed to accompany the student on their

journey as they advance from an initial to an

intermediate standard. The contemporary style of the

music is tuneful and light so that they are both fun and

interesting to play and fingerings have been carefully

considered for accuracy and ease of facility. As a

benefit, most of the 26 Melodic Studies are also suited

for exams or performance. Progressive studies for

beginner to intermediate guitarists.

UE21671 Momentos Españoles for Guitar

Sixteen solos stylistically inspired by Spanish and

Spanish Latin music which are a colourful addition

to any repertoire. Written for the intermediate-level

guitarist in accessible keys with left and right-hand

fingering suggestions included they are ideal for

performances, to be enjoyed by the player and

audience alike These 16 solos for classical guitar have

been inspired by the rich and vivid rhythmic

influences of Spanish Latin music. The pieces have

been written in accessible keys for the guitar. They

are compact and melodic in structure and are

composed in a variety of time signatures and guitar

tunings, all adding to the diversity and descriptive

nature of the collection. Whether a Sarabande or a

Bossa Nova, each solo is edited with convenient and

helpful left and right hand fingerings. "Momentos

Españoles" will be a varied and expressive addition to

the guitarist's repertoire.

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MÚzicas Editions

MUE 100 Two Lullabies Chanté

These two little lullabies charm their way into your programme. They are moderately easy at about grade 4 technically. They are also very melodic and suite the guitar admirably. These lullabies can often be heard broadcast on Radio Classic FM.

Both of these pieces are recorded by Craig Ogden on

Nimbus Records NI5811.

Grade 4

MUE 101 Mazurka No.1 & Waltz No.1

The Mazurka is a traditional Polish country dance. It is in triple time with a certain accentuation on the second beat. Chopin wrote a great many Mazurkas for the piano. The Waltz, a dance in ¾ time became very popular in the ballroom in the last quarter of the 18th Century. The waltzes of Johann Strauss were popular throughout Europe. Both of these pieces are recorded by Craig Ogden on

Nimbus Records NI5811.

Grade 4

MUE 102 Habanera

The Habanera finds its origins as a slow Cuban song and dance, which became very popular in Spain. It is in simple duple time and has a dotted rhythm. This guitar solo is full of the richness and depth which is typical of such a piece. The strength of the melody helps conjure up the elegant, exaggerated movements of the Latin dancers.

Habanera is recorded by Craig Ogden on Nimbus Records

NI5811.

Grade 6

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MUE 103 Musicas Latinas

The five pieces within this suite are distinctively Latin American in style. They are evocative, their strong rhythmic pulses in the Ritmos de Dança, Folia and Samba de Rio generate a lively setting of Carnival. Having said that the music is contrasting and the Romantica and tremolo work entitled Sonhos de Bolivia, are well suited to the dreamy sense of pensiveness the guitar interprets so well.

Musicas Latinas is recorded by Ian Watt on Nimbus

Records FIRE DANCE NI 6329

Grade 7

MUE 104 Theme, Impromptus and Conclusion

This set of Theme and Variations is dedicated to Craig Ogden. Craig is one of the foremost guitarists today who has not only the ability to perform new music but has been heralded by many critics for his interpretation and understanding of modern music. Each piece is individual but there is a sense of continuity and of the whole coming together throughout the work. The initial theme is quite bare and open to a liberal interpretation with the following impromptus developing to an exciting Conclusion.

This work is recorded by Craig Ogden on Nimbus Records

NI5811

Grade 8

MUE 105 Las Aventuras de un Caballero

Andante

This suite of nine pieces, inspired by the story of Don Quixote by the Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, captures the exploits of the knight errant. Along with his faithful but often bemused manservant Sancho their bizarre adventures are conveyed in this imaginative piece of guitar writing. The text is taken from a transla-tion by P.A. Motteaux and Published by Everyman's Library. My thanks are extended to Everyman's Library for their kind permission to include some of the text from their edition.

This work is recorded by Craig Ogden on Nimbus Records

NI5811

Grade 8

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MUE 106 Imágenes de España

These four pieces have been inspired by the poems of the Spanish poet and playwright Federico García Lorca. The vigour of the rhythms combined with colourful harmonies conjures up the essence characteristic of Spanish life as portrayed within Lorca's poems. My thanks are extended to Tony Kline for his kind permission to include his translations of Lorca's original poems into this edition. Further translations by Tony Kline can be accessed from his website.

This work is recorded by Craig Ogden on Nimbus Records

NI5811

Grade 6 to 8

MUE 107 The Pilgrim‘s Tale

Inspired by William Chaucer‘s epic tale the music sets out to depict a journey of awareness. The opening harmonics represent the hand bells pilgrims often used whilst on their journey. The theme travels through a series of extensions with the bells reiterating the advancement of their gradual but progressive procession.

The piece is technically demanding but well worth the effort of learning as it embraces so much of the variety of technical effects the guitar is so capable of producing.

This work is recorded by Ian Watt on Nimbus Records

‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 8

MUE 108 Fantasia No.1

Imagine the sea in its various moods. A tranquil sea can so often change quickly into a boiling turmoil that can seem to come from nowhere. This free style piece tries to convey that impression. It opens with a dream like section Solenne then progresses, becoming more volatile as the mood changes character, with dramatic increases of pulse as it gathers momentum. Then, after the excitement of the Agitato and Scherzo the movement once more becomes subdued. Finally, the reiteration of the opening theme brings the music to a gentle conclusion. It is technically quite a demanding piece with strong melodic lines that are both pensive and dramatic, being well suited to the timbre of the guitar.

This work is recorded by Craig Ogden on Nimbus

Records NI5811

Grade 8

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MUE 109 Gaelic Suite for Flute and Guitar

The Lark of Connacht: Connaught is a province of the north-western Republic of Ireland. Skylarks are known as the leaders of the dawn chorus, the Larks sing as they soar into the air and sustain their song as they descend.

The Spirit of Finn Mac Cumhail: Finn Mac Cumhail ("the fair son of Cumhail") was a legendary Irish hero. He was a Chieftain and Bard and a man of mighty exploits. Finn was the leader of a band of warrior-poets, the name Fenian is derived from his.

The Voyage of Bran Mac Febal: Bran was summoned by Manannan, Son of Lir, to visit Emhain, the Isle of Women. His summons appeared whilst he slept, as a sound of sweet music. When he awoke he had a silver branch in his hand covered with silver-white apple blossom. The next morning he set out in a fleet of curraghs. They rowed through becalmed seas and a mountainous tempest. Upon finally reaching the island, Bran fell in love with one of the women who warned him that should he return to Ireland he could only look and talk to his friends but none from his party should step ashore. Having arrived at the shores of their homeland after what had only seemed a year away, they hailed strangers on the shore but nobody recognised Bran or his crew. They said that no such man was now alive. This was too much for Nechtan, one of his crew, who boldly stepped ashore but his mortal years befell him and he crumbled to dust. Bran recounted his experiences to his countrymen, bade a final farewell to Ireland and was never to be seen again.

The Fayrie Spell: Some spells were believed to be used to call

the fairies up and some to dismiss them from places where

great treasure, help and advice could be found. There is such

a spell archived in the Bodleian Library (MS. Ashmole 1406)

Grade 7

MUE 110 Rústico

As indicated by the non-use of bar lines, the opening idea of

this piece is very much in a free style. The tambour should

be as dry as possible and by moving the fingers in a rapid

movement upon the belly of the guitar an echo effect can be

achieved by progressively moving the 'hammering' fingers

past the perimeter of the sound hole and around the bridge.

Overall the piece, as the name suggests, is rustic in nature so

the beat is strong and quite bold. Rústico is the Spanish/

Portuguese term for a man from the country. The rhythms of

the piece following the pensive introduction suggests a rustic

dance.

Grade 5

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MUE 117 Irish Suite

The suite consists of three Airs, a Jig and a Reel and was composed as a tribute to the early Irish people and their territories. The music is lyrical and atmospheric. The five movements are as follows: The Kingdom of Cruachain - Cruachan & the Kings of Connacht (AIR) The Kingdom of Laigin - Ancient Leinster (JIG) The Kingdom of Mumhan - Ancient Munster (AIR) The Kingdom of Uladh - Ancient Ulster (AIR) The Kingdom of Midhe - The Middle Kingdom (REEL) This suite has been recorded by Ian Watt on Nimbus

Records ‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 7 to 8

MUE 137 Variation upon a Sea Shanty

A lively set of variations based upon the famous sea shanty ‗What shall we do with a drunken sailor‘.

Highly colourful, entertaining and fun to perform. An ideal encore piece!

This exciting piece has been recorded by Ian Watt on

Nimbus Records ‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 7 to 8

MUE 138 Impromtpu (Papillon)

This sensitive work depicts the delicate and unpredictable flight of a butterfly as it flutters from flower to flower in search of the sweet nectar.

Recorded by Ian Watt on Nimbus Records ‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 5

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MUE 144 Venezuelan Suite

A Suite of three vibrantly descriptive and haunting pieces Carnival El Callao – A bright, lively and energetic piece. Medanos de Coro – This short movement depicts the serene desert landscape. Danza de Caracas – Back to town and the party begins!

This suite has been recorded by Ian Watt on Nimbus

Records ‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

MUE 145 Serenade ―A Song Without Words‖

Serenade – A Song without Words Influenced by the anonymous Romance in E minor this tantalizing and contrasting melodic work is in G major this time with a G and D tuning on the 5th & 6th strings which allows the resonance of the overtones to enhance the bass line. This piece has been recorded by Ian Watt on Nimbus

Records ‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 4

MUE 146 Fantasia Tropical

A bright, lively work full of vigour - it‘s time to party

Latin style!

A deliciously songful piece, the music exudes a delicate

Carribean charm, and when played with such lightness of

touch and deft rhythmic inflections, it cannot help but

bring a smile to your face.

Recorded by Morgan Szymanski on Saraband Records SARACD005 Grade 5

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MUE 148 A Sunny Day (Un Dia Soleado)

This is a homage to the guitarist and composer Agustín Barrios-Mangoré. The succinct nature of this piece captures the exuberance of a bright, sunny day out. This piece has been recorded by concert soloist Ian Watt on

Nimbus Records ‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 5

MUE 156 Three Romances

These three little romances are delightfully melodic, ideal for inclusion into a light concert programme. 1. Cradle Song 2. Lost Love 3. Angharad‘s Dream Recorded by concert soloist Ian Watt on Nimbus Records

‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 5

MUE 161 Fire Dance

Highly rhythmic, often in 7/8, this piece flies across the fret board. The golpe adds a definite thrust and percussive nature to the music. The contrasting mid section carries through the harmonic structure of the opening chords, building upon the opening rhythmic motif into a dramatic, fiery finale.

Recorded by concert soloist Ian Watt on Nimbus Records

‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 8

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MUE 162 Lonely as a Cloud (Daffodils) by

William Wordsworth

A musical setting to this most famous of Wordsworth‘s poems. The music follows the various text extracts as follows; ―I wandered lonely as a cloud, that floats on high o‘er vales and hills‖ ―Ten thousand saw I at a glance, tossing their heads in sprightly dance‖. ―And then my heart with pleasure fills, and dances with the daffodils‖. Recorded by concert soloist Ian Watt on Nimbus Records

‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 5

MUE 163 Coniston Suite

On January 4th 1967 at approximately 320 mph, just four hundred metres before the end of the measured kilome-tre, Bluebird's nose lifted beyond a decisive angle and as she rose out of the water the boat took off, somersaulted, plunged nose-first into the lake and broke up as it cart wheeled across the surface. Sir Donald Campbell was killed instantly. The three movements are as follows: Bluebird This movement opens with the throb of the engines as the powerful motor pumps a dramatic pulse. The music gath-ers pace as Bluebird skims the water unbeknown of any hidden danger that causes the cataclysmic accident. The final moment depicts the craft and driver sinking to the bottom of the lake. Elegy There is a sense of tranquillity embodied into a lilting melody that is interwoven into this movement.

Reflections Time to reflect on the past achievements as the dappled sunshine too reflects upon the waters of Coniston

Recorded by concert soloist Ian Watt on Nimbus Records

‗FIRE DANCE‘ NI 6329

Grade 8

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The Music of Paul Coles on CD

Craig Ogden plays the Music of Paul Coles:

Nimbus NI: 5811 Released May 2007

Works included: Imágenes de España, Two

Lullabies Chante, Theme, Impromptu and

Conclusion, Habanera, Fantasia No.1,

Mazurka No.1, Waltz No.1 & Las Aventuras

de un Caballero Errante

Fire Dance, Ian Watt Plays the Music of Paul

Coles:

Nimbus NI: 6329 Released September 2016

Works included: Fire Dance, Impromptu—

Papillon, A Sunny Day, Serenade, Lost Love,

Cradle Song, Coniston Suite, Lonely as a

Cloud, Musicas Latinas, Irish Suite, A

Pilgrim‘s Tale & Venezuelan Suite

What the critics say:

―Paul Cole's haunting melodies combine with Craig Ogden's effortless virtuosity to produce a radiant album, ideal for late evening listening.‖ Classic FM

―the writing is thoroughly idiomatic to the guitar...The playing is absolutely first rate...superbly crafted and enormously enjoyable‖ Robert Levett for International Record Review

―a stunning introduction to the music of Welsh composer Paul Coles...Coles has a very distinctive voice...yes, this Welshman can speak with a Spanish accent, but he has very original thoughts...This music is highly recommended for play-ers looking for fresh material and listeners looking for music which is attractive and not over-played. Craig Ogden's performances are exemplary in every way, as is the recorded sound. Look for this one!‖ SOUNDBOARD, Vol XXXIV, No.1

―a distinctive voice...a very strongly recommended CD, and not just for Guitar enthusiasts.‖ Robert Matthew-Walker for Musical Opinion