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From: Jeffrey Snider
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Subject: Re: Ravel Don Quichotte
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Ernie was asking about the Ravel Don Quichotte. Let me point out a few
things.

A) The cycle was written for Baritone (Martial Singher) and the "Moyenne"
(medium) keys are original.

2.) The pieces are still under copyright and can only be purchased from
Durand (I think) through their American representative. Most US dealers have
them, or can get them.

3.) They are only available separately (which I never thought made any
sense) and are VERY expensive. (Last time I checked, they were upwards of
$10 EACH! That means $30 for a set of three songs that lasts under 10
minutes!)

Nonetheless, they are worth doing and should be part of every baritones
repertoire. They are also gorgeously orchestrated, but are heard only
occasional on orchestral programs.

-Jeff Snider

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