Publisher Desc.  This collection spanning the breadth of music history aims to explore the nature of beautifully-crafted musical works even before lyrics are included. Making these famous vocal songs applicable for instrumentalists allows the performers and audience alike to rekindle their appreciation for creating the musical setting upon which the poetry can be seen thematically inevitable. The musical notation and their performance allows the opportunity for listeners to make their own connections with the song's power and allure. These ten (10) songs give a wide variety of styles, cultures, and themes to perform and will be a great addition to your repertoire.