Taken from the second movement of the Serenade (and similar to the minuets of hi...(+)
Taken from the second movement of the Serenade (and similar to the minuets of his idol Mozart) Tchaikovsky's Valse also resembles many of his own ballet movements. Lauren Keiser's skilled adaptation is designed for teaching thisimportant style and genre to young players.
A superb set of four variations (dances) from this famous ballet again demonstra...(+)
A superb set of four variations (dances) from this famous ballet again demonstrate the dramatic impact and compositional skill that give Tchaikovsky's music wide spread appeal. Includes: Silver Gold Diamonds and Sapphires.
Tchaikovsky's Souvenir De Florence was commissioned by the St. Petersburg Chambe...(+)
Tchaikovsky's Souvenir De Florence was commissioned by the St. Petersburg Chamber Music Society in 1887 but the work was not finished until 1892 due to Tchaikovsky turning his attention to his opera Queen of Spades. It has been observed that the final movement in particular is orchestrally conceived rather than in the style of chamber music. The work is fittingly often performed by string orchestras and many believe it to actually more effective in that format. This is the original setting of the piece for String Sextet - 2 Violins 2 Violas and 2 Cellos.
from Symphony No. 2-The colorful tuneful march from Tchaikovskys second symphon...(+)
from Symphony No. 2-The colorful tuneful march from Tchaikovskys second symphony considered to be one of his most joyous works makes an ideal teaching piece with its distinctive dotted 8th/16th note figure throughout. The nickname “LittleRussia” wasgiven to the symphony based on its use of Ukrainian folk songs.
From Album for the Young here are two movements arranged for younger players to...(+)
From Album for the Young here are two movements arranged for younger players to help build confidence teach important performance concepts and introduce them to the distinct musical talent of Tchaikovsky. I. Pavane II. Contredanse
Swan Lake possibly the most-often performed ballet worldwide tells the story o...(+)
Swan Lake possibly the most-often performed ballet worldwide tells the story of Odette a princess who is cursed by an evil sorcerer to live as a swan by day and a woman by night. Scene and Dance is based on the famous Swan Theme from the end of Act I.
Tchaikovsky's famous Marche Slav exemplifies the spirit of 19th century national...(+)
Tchaikovsky's famous Marche Slav exemplifies the spirit of 19th century nationalism as it was growing in Europe. This exceptional arrangement set in A minor (a more comfortable key than the original B-flat minor) has all the elements of the original and lets your orchestra shine without the need of winds and percussion. Brilliant orchestration and arranging meets the work of a master composer!
from Symphony No. 6 (Pathetique)-A memorable and dramatic symphonic theme from T...(+)
from Symphony No. 6 (Pathetique)-A memorable and dramatic symphonic theme from Tchaikovsky is now available for strings with this new version by Robert Longfield. Treat your students to a rich musical experience of this revered composer of orchestral masterworks. Dur: 4:20
Jamin Hoffman's miniature suite highlights the dramatic introduction to Act IV ...(+)
Jamin Hoffman's miniature suite highlights the dramatic introduction to Act IV Dance of the Cygnets and the emotional finale from what may be the most famous of all Tchaikovsky ballets. A true masterwork in this new arrangementfor string orchestra that is sure to be an audience pleaser!
from Swan Lake-The dances (variations) from Swan Lake offer your students a new ...(+)
from Swan Lake-The dances (variations) from Swan Lake offer your students a new insight into the ballet music of Tchaikovsky. Rich memorable melodies with dramatic flare coupled with the ethnic dance rhythms make this work a winner for theconcert stage. Includes: Hungarian Czardas Spanish Bolero and Neopolitan Tarantella.
from Sleeping Beauty-This unique musical montage represents several of the tradi...(+)
from Sleeping Beauty-This unique musical montage represents several of the traditional Mother Goose stories written by Charles Perrault. In his famous ballet Tchaikovsky captures the spirit of these well-known tales in music written for the weddingcelebration of Sleeping Beauty and her Prince.I. Puss In Boots; II. The Princess and the Bluebird; III. Cinderella and Her Prince at the Ball; IV. Little Red Riding Hood; V. Tom Thumb and His Brothers (Grade 3-4)
Eulenberg's celebrated and highly authoritative miniature score is the definitiv...(+)
Eulenberg'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.
A clever lighthearted finish to your holiday program! With the never-ending goa...(+)
A clever lighthearted finish to your holiday program! With the never-ending goal to keep the concert short here's the essence (nine themes) of the classic ballet honed down to three minutes or less. Stage it with a bighourglass-type egg timer or with a projected digital stopwatch and let the audience watch as your orchestra works toward the finish. For added drama Lloyd has provided an optional accelerando (molto if need be) in the“Trepak” finale to bring it in under the wire. Dur: 3:00
