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Clifford Essex Publications, [Published date: 1975]. Musical score, 40 pp; 28 cm. No linguistic content. "A unique collection of 36 pieces providing the mandolinist with a variety of music for all occasions. Contains both solos and duets and includes Mandolin and Guitar duets."
In very good condition. Yellow illustrated paper covers with repeated mandolin design and black framed title panel on front. Light bumping and creasing to edges of covers and light overall scuffing and mild surface wear. Binding tight. Pages clean and unmarked. Introduction by Hugo d'Alton (1902-1981), noted British mandolinist and banjoist, who performed extensively on BBC broadcasts and promoted plucked-string music. Contents include: Solos: Amor Innocenta; Adagio; Andalusia; Bouquet of Flowers; Chansonette et Polonaise; Dearest Mandolin; For the Flag; Garden of Roses; How So Fair (from "Martha"); Ireland; Kuiawiak; La Torre; L'Automne; Moonlight on the Thames; Polcha Variata; Serenade; Splitting It Up; Theme & Variations; Under Italian Skies; Solos or Duets: Andante & Bolero; Barcarolle from "Oberon"; La Cinquintaine; My Marguerita; Romanza; Serenade from "Don Juan"; Tears and Smiles; Mandolin & Guitar Duets: Gavotte; Petite Bolero; Pizzicato from "Sylvia"; Valse Brillante; Mandolin & Guitar Duet or Trio: Silent Night; Sonatina No. 1; Solos in duo-style: Home, Sweet Home; Hymn to the Emperor; Maytime; Melody in F