Piece en forme de Habanera – for Clarinet and Piano

Initially composed in 1907 for Bass Voice and Piano, Habanera by Maurice Ravel was transcribed for Bb Clarinet and Piano for this edition.  Based on a Cuban Contradanza, it features a special habanera rhythm and is generally performed with sung lyrics. In this edition, the Clarinet is a substitute for the Voice. While composing this piece, Maurice Ravel was also working on two pieces with Spanish influence: ‘The Spanish Rhapsody’ and ‘The Spanish Hour’. This edition, which can be used for recitals and exams, will enlighten Clarinet players. Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) is a French composer is famous for his Impressionist contributions. He wrote numerous pieces, including ‘Daphnis and Chloé’ and the famous ‘Bollero’.