SKU: AP.36-A217642

ISBN 9798892700634. UPC: 659359532276. English.

Among the most frequently performed and well-known of P. I. Tchaikovsky's (1840-1893) works, The Year 1812, Solemn Overture, Op. 49 (more commonly known as the 1812 Overture) was written in 1880 to commemorate the 1812 defeat of Napoleon's invading French army by the Russians. Despite the composer's lack of enthusiasm about the project at its inception, claiming that he wrote it without any warm and loving feelings, Tchaikovsky acknowledged later that he did well in its composition, saying I absolutely do not know whether my overture (The Year 1812) is good or bad, but I rather think it is the former (pardon my immodesty). It premiered on August 20, 1882, in Moscow at the Art & Industry Exhibition, Ippolit Altani conducting. Famous for its use of cannons in the Finale, the Finale also calls for the inclusion of a military brass band, which is labelled as open instrumentation in the original. This edition by Martin Schmeling spells out specific instrumentation options for the banda. Instrumentation: 2+Picc.2+EH.2.2: 4.2+2.3.1: Timp.Perc(5-6): Str (9-8-7-6-5 in set): Banda ad lib [0.0.0.0: 4.2.2.2: Perc(3-4)].

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SKU: AP.38419S

UPC: 038081439617. English.

Very true to the original yet arranged for string orchestra, this is sure to become a classic. Celebrate the bicentennial of the victory of the Russian army over Napoleon's army with the most recognized themes of the 1812 Overture: the opening hymn, God Preserve Thy People, the Marseillaise, and God Save the Czar.

SKU: KN.13912

UPC: 822795139129.

These 9 grade 4-6 editions are culled from Peter Illych Tschaikowsky's symphonic and piano repertoire. All are playable on a low A marimba, and 5 are also playable on vibes.

Contents:
Italian Song; March Of The Wooden Soldiers; The New Doll; 1812 Overture; Dance Of The Cygnets; Scene From Swan Lake; Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy; Dance Of The Mirlitons; March From Symphony Pathetique.

SKU: KN.17429

UPC: 822795174298.

These grade 2-3 additions to the Fun For Two series contain simplified themes, rhythms and textures that are fun to play and provide educationally interesting tunes for sight reading and small ensemble programs.

Contents:
Allegro Con Spirito (From Serenade In C); Vivace (Mazurka); Allegro (From 1812 Overture); Lento (From Symphony In E Minor); Andante (From March Slave).

SKU: KJ.WB466M

UPC: 084027046555.

This supplemental set includes Grade 2 full conductor score and parts for performance in a mass band setting.

Highlights from 1812 Overture (Video)

SKU: AP.38405S

UPC: 038081437378. English.

200 years after the event it commemorates, let's celebrate Tchaikovsky with a very playable reduction of his great overture. Perfect for festival or contest---or just for fun, using paper bags for the canon effect!

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