Full of atmospheric suggestion and luminous tone-painting, Rimsky-Korsakov's orchestration appears at its very best with these concert favorites: Capriccio Espagnol, Op. 34, a lively piece based on Spanish gypsy airs and fandangos; the "Russian Easter Festival" Overture, Op. 36; and "Dance of the Buffoons," from the opera Snow Maiden. Authoritative early scores. Notes.
Scheherazade by Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov Unabridged score of great symphonic suite, masterpiece of "program" music imbued with shimmering Near Eastern moods, brilliant effects, luxuriant melody. New English translation of "Program."
A Night on Bald Mountain in Full Score by Modest Moussorgsky This dramatic work was completed and orchestrated by Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov after Moussorgsky's death. Full of intense effects, the piece is well known from its appearance in Disney's "Fantasia."
