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Braham's second symphony was an instant success when it first premiered in 1877. From its ingenious treatment of attractive melodic ideas in the first movement and the somber adagio to the lyrical charm of the allegretto and the finale's robust cheerfulness it is a delightful combination of enchanting melodies and masterly thematic treatment. A staple of the repertoire it is reproduced here from an authoritative edition. The score appears with bar-numbered movements ideal for study in the classroom at home or in the concert hall. This affordable high-quality conveniently sized volume will be edition of choice for music students and music lovers alike.Instrumentation includes: 4 Horns in C D E G B 2 Trumpets in D B 3 Trombones Bass Tumba Timpani 2 Flutes 2 Oboes 2 Clarinets in A 2 Bassoons Violin 1 2 Violas Cellos Basses

L'Arlésienne Suites Nos. 1 and 2 consist of selections from Bizet's incidental music. For Suite No. 1 Bizet chose four sections from the original score of 27 episodes extensively modifying and rescoring the music in the process. The pieces for Suite No. 2 were selected and reorchestrated by Bizet's close friend Ernest Guiraud following the composer's death in 1875. Reproduced here from the authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel editions they will delight musicians and music lovers. Reprinted from the Breitkopf & Härtel Wiesbaden Germany n.d. editions.

Late in his career Haydn inspired by the oratorios of Handel turned to composing oratorios himself launching what would become a final brilliant and successful phrase of his extraordinarily rich and productive musical life. The Creation is the most majestic achievement of that phrase a choral masterwork of seamless perfection. This edition in full score is reprinted from the authoritative edition published by C.F.Peters of Leipzig complete with the original German and English texts.

A great and lasting favourite in the vast symphonic literature Dvorak's New World Symphony is among the composer's most enduring and appealing works ever since its premiere in 1893. This work appears in full score with original instrumentation and bar numbered movements. Ideal for study purpose.

Ravel originally conceived of his 'choreographic poem' La Valse as a tribute to Johann Strauss. But this is a waltz far removed from the urbane gaiety of old Vienna. A masterpiece of lush and brilliant orchestration it is a work of considerable emotional depth in which the initial series of elegant waltzes are transformed into what Ravel describes as 'a fantastic and fatal whirling' leading to a powerful turbulent climax. Full score edition.

One of the best known and loved collections of string music in history. The programmatic nature of the Four Seasons based on the lines of sonnets printed along with the music brings seasonal sights and sounds readily and delightfully to the ear: the bird calls in Spring the swarms of wasps in Summer the hunters' horns in Autumn the winds and icy snow of Winter.Dr. Eleanor Selfridge-Field a recognised authority on music of the Italian Baroque has researched primary sources in Italy to prepare this specially commissioned authoritative new edition.

in Full Score-Composed for celebrations commemorating the Reformation and the Augsburg Confession. In this symphony Mendelssohn strove to formulate the idea of the Reformation in symphonic terms conveying both the joy and suffering implicit in the subject. A staple of the orchestral repertoire the work is reprinted here in full score from the authoritative edition published by Breitkopf & Hartel of Leipzig.

Renowned for their elegance lively rhythms and beautiful melodies Rossini overtures are staples of concerts around the world — with or without the operas they introduce. This attractive modestly priced compilation features the overtures from Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville) L’italiana in Algeri (The Italian Girl in Algiers) Il turco in Italia (The Turk in Italy) La Cenerentola (Cinderella) and Il viaggio a Reims (The Journey to Reims). Reproduced from authoritative early scores.

Among the most popular of Mahler's symphonic works the 7th symphony has neither a program nor a folk-song theme. It is a purely instrumental composition both hopeful and romantic in feeling. The restrained mood and thematic economy of the symphony make it one of the least extravagant of the composer's works; it is also one of the most approachable. Now music lovers can study this edition of the complete score reprinted from the authoritative German edition of 1909.

From the ominous relentless march of 'Mars Bringer of War' to the ethereal high-string sonorities of 'Venus the Bringer of Peace ' this spectacular symphonic suite established Holst's international reputation as one of the most popular and important modern British composers. First performed in 1918 it remains a staple of the Orchestral repertoire.

Renowned for its celebrated slow movement Symphony No.7 in A Major Op.92 is one of his most popular works. Written in 1812 at the peak of his power it demonstrates the mastery of a mature artist in complete control of his craft. Reprinted here from the authoritative Litolff edition this work appears in full score with bar-numbered movements and ample margins at the bottom of each score page for notes and analysis. Ideal for study in the classroom at home or in the concert hall

This volume contains complete scores for 'No. 1 in C Major Op. 21' 'No. 2 in D Major Op. 36' 'No. 3 in E flat Major Op. 55' and 'No. 4 in B flat Major Op. 60'.

Full Score-Written between 1905 and 1912 this evocative orchestral triptych expresses the national characters of three countries. Iberia is scored with Spanish castanets and tambourines. It is accompanied by Gigues a moody tribute to England and Rondes de Printemps a celebration of spring in the French countryside.