Cyprus Dances (1994)
either for piano duet (four hands on one piano),
or for string orchestra
10-11 mins
These four movements, by turns lively, expressive, calming, and rhythmic, are loosely based on a number of traditional folk songs and dances from Cyprus. Originally commissioned as a piano duet for Derek Foster and Anthony Green (under the title Cyprian Dances), and first performed at the British Music Information Centre, London, on 26 April 1994. Both this version, and the subsequent string orchestra one, have received many performances.
The movements are:
Round Dance
Lament
Lullaby
Rondo
‘highly recommendable duets… fun to play: for around Grade 7-8 players’ – Music Teacher
Recording of piano duet version (with scrolling score) on YouTube
Recording of string orchestra version (with scrolling score) on YouTube, or audio on SoundCloud
Published by Colne Edition
Piano duet version available as a pdf download from Sheet Music Direct, or Sheet Music Plus, (prices vary), or in the UK as a printed version to special order from Colne Edition (£10.95).
String Orchestra version available as a pdf download from Sheet Music Direct, or Sheet Music Plus. Printed copies on sale or hire: please contact Colne Edition for information.
Read more about Cyprus Dances here
Audio: Round Dance (piano duet version)