Gustav Holst: The Planets: Orchestra: Score

This is the first time that a version of Gustav Holst's The Planets for solo Piano has been published. In this glorious publication, the emotional rollercoaster that is this seven-movement orchestral suite can be played on a single Piano, with those crashing chords and textural melodies sounding just fantastic on the solo keys.Originally scored for two pianos and four hands, this epic orchestral work continues to astound and astonish audiences around the world, even a century after Holst begun work on the first movement, Mars, the Bringer of War. This volume allows the solo pianist to emulate those glorious melodies, wonderful harmonies and dynamic rhythms, bringing the wonder of The Planets to the keys.This unique arrangement of The Planets reduces the entire orchestra to just a solo Piano, with some fingering hints throughout. The lovely engraving is an absolute pleasure to read from, and the sound of those thunderous rhythms and sweet melodies sounds absolutely brilliant coming from the purity and clarity of a solo Piano. With all seven movements included in this The Planets sheet music, you'll be able to learn Mars, Venus, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune, in the entire work that's sometimes thunderous, occasionally calm, often bombastic but always beautiful.With the full-colour astrophotography of the cover, the detailed, accurate and clear engraving and the inherent uniqueness of such an arrangement befits the timeless and enduring achievement of a work like this. The compositional history and musical qualities of The Planets are fascinating, and the lengthy introduction details the rhythms, the harmonies and the personality that Holst injected into his work, so you can learn about this glorious work before delving into the stunning arrangement of each of the seven movements.For the first time, the epic and vast work of art that is Gustav Holst's The Planets has been arranged for solo Piano, so you can play the entirety of these seven movements as a single pianist, incorporating all of the atmospheric dynamics and universal themes into the keys. / Piano

This is not to be missed! Rarely do young string orchestras get the chance to play a work of this importance. This arrangement in G Major throughout features the beautiful central hymn melody. Perfect for young players thispublication also includes a 'Learning Bank' containing basic information about Gustav Holst and The Planets.

Par HOLST GUSTAV. Among the most popular and important modern British composers, Gustav Holst (1874–1934) was a true eccentric, given to odd enthusiasms and mystical musings. His spectacular symphonic suite The Planets, first performed in 1918, established hisinternational reputation and remains a staple of the orchestral repertoire to this day. Scored for huge orchestral forces and a wordless chorus, the work is divided into seven movements, the music of each embodying the astrological and mysticalqualities of a different planet. From the ominous, relentless march of 'Mars, the Bringer of War' to the robust festivities of 'Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity' and the weird, unearthly hush of 'Neptune, the Mystic, ' the emotional sweep andinnovative techniques of the suite have delighted and thrilled its vast audience ever since its spectacular debut. Musicians and music lovers alike will want to own this authoritative, attractively published and inexpensive full score. Reprint of theGoodwin & Tabb, Ltd. , London, 1921 edition. Spectacular symphonic suite, scored for large orchestral forces and a wordless chorus, is divided into 7 movements, the music of each embodying the astrological and mystical qualities of a different planet. Remarkable emotional sweep and innovative techniques have made the work a staple of the orchestral repertoire./ Répertoire / Orchestre

Introduce your students to Gustav Holst's monumental work 'The Planets' with this beautiful majestic chorale from the movement 'Jupiter.' James Curnow's solid scoring of this work makes it a choice selection for young bands.

Par le compositeur de The Planets vient ce chant de Noël aimé. Elu meilleur carol dans un BBC Music Magazine sondage de certains directeurs musicaux leaders mondiaux 2008, ce chant moins connu est une oeuvre belle et touchante par l'un des plus grands compositeurs de l'Angleterre. Cet écrin de verdure pour orchestre à cordes dispose de toutes les sections de l'orchestre dans la présentation de cet air magnifique, et sera un ajout mémorable pour tout programme de vacances. / Orchestre A Cordes

Parmi les compositeurs britanniques modernes les plus populaires et les plus importants, Gustav Holst (1874-1934) était un véritable excentrique, passionné d'enthousiasme étrange et de rêveries mystiques. Sa spectaculaire suite symphonique The Planets, créée pour la première fois en 1918, a établi sa réputation internationale et reste un incontournable du répertoire orchestral à ce jour.Marquée pour d'énormes forces orchestrales et un chœur sans paroles, l'œuvre est divisée en sept mouvements, la musique de chacun incarnant les qualités astrologiques et mystiques d'une autre planète. De la marche menaçante et implacable de Mars, the Bringer of War aux robustes festivités de Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity et au silence étrange et surnaturel de Neptune, the Mystic , le balayage émotionnel et les techniques innovantes du suite ont ravi et enthousiasmé son vaste public depuis ses débuts spectaculaires. Les musiciens et les mélomanes voudront posséder cette partition complète faisant autorité, joliment publiée et peu coûteuse. Réimpression de l'édition Goodwin & Tabb, Ltd., Londres, 1921. / Partitions classique / Ensemble et orchestre / Conducteur / DOVER

Eulenburg's celebrated and highly authoritative miniature score is the definitive reference source for study performance preparation or simply for those with a love of the great orchestral works.