Basile Jean Barès

American composer Basile Barès (1845-1902), began life as a slave child in New Orleans, LA. He lived and worked for a piano shop owner who gave him opportunities to study music and tune pianos. Barè...

American composer Basile Barès (1845-1902), began life as a slave child in New Orleans, LA. He lived and worked for a piano shop owner who gave him opportunities to study music and tune pianos. Barè...

This toe-tapping polka is originally for piano solo and transposed to the keys of A and E major. The melody and harmony float between the violins, with a brief appearance for cello and bass. The viola...

This toe-tapping polka is originally for piano solo and transposed to the keys of A and E major. The melody and harmony float between the violins, with a brief appearance for cello and bass. The viola...