Par DEBUSSY CLAUDE. One of the most influential composers of the 20th century, Debussy overturned traditional concepts of form, harmony, rhythm, and orchestral coloration. Among his most popular works are the compositions in this volume, Prelude A ' L'Apres-Midi D'Un Faune and the Three Nocturnes, Clouds, Festivals and Sirens. The Nocturnes are described as 'exquisite, evocative models of Impressionism' and are all fantastic examples of the expressiveness and character of music from this period. These important compostitions, in Dover Miniature Score format, are reproduced from authoritative early editions./ Répertoire / Partition de Poche

Symphonie dramatique. Par BERLIOZ HECTOR. Romeo et Juliette Op. 17 Hol. 73: Symphonie dramatique For his third symphony ; Romeo et Juliette (1839) Berlioz turned to his greatest literary passion, Shakespeare, drawing once again on his own most fervent experiences. Berlioz's discovery of Shakespeare in 1827 had been overwhelming not only for the dramatic force of the poetry and drama, but also because the leading actress of the company, Harriet Smithson, immediately won his heart. She later became his wife. He began to think seriously about composing some kind of musical ; Romeo and Juliet but it was not realised until 1839. The symphony is scored for doublechorus (to represent the two warring families), solo voices as secondary characters, with the lovers themselves represented by the orchestra. Urtext of the New Berlioz Edition Full score (BA5458), vocal score (BA5458-90) and study score format 22. 5 x 16. 5cm (TP334) available for sale T65Performance material (BA5458-72) available for hire/ Répertoire / Partition de Poche