Hits from the Classics

Here are 10 memorable pop songs from acts that include "The Beach Boys", "Elvis Presley", "Eva Cassidy "and "Sting", all matched with the original classical pieces that provided a phrase, a hook line or the whole melody, and helpful pointers to the classical inspiration and its usage! Ideal for trivia-filled playing or for classroom use, "Hits From The Classics" is both fun and informative, ideal for anyone who is interested in pop's long history of borrowing from the classics! All music is arranged for piano, voice, and guitar. The songs include: Classic - "Air On The G String" by Bach; Pop - "A White Shade Of Pale" by Procol Harem; Classic - "Prelude In C Minor. OP.28" by Chopin; Pop - "Could It Be Magic" by Barry Manilow; Classic - "Plaisir D'amour" by Martini; Pop - "Can't Help Falling In Love" by Elvis Presley; Classic - "Piano Concerto No.2" by Rachmaninov; Pop - "All By Myself" by Eric Carmen; Classic - "Symphony No. 5" by Tchaikovsky; and, Pop - "Annie's Song" by John Denver.