Commissioned to mark the 1882 All-Russia Exhibition of Arts and Crafts, this extraordinarily popular work premiered at the consecration of the Kremlin's Cathedral of the Redeemer. A colorful musical tapestry of nationalistic themes and battle scenes, performances of the "1812" — with cannons thundering and bells pealing — have remained an electrifying outdoor event. Unabridged republication of the work originally published by Ernst Eulenburg, Leipzig.
Symphony No. 4 by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky Impressive tone, melodic mastery, and majestic intensity characterize this splendid work from the supreme melodic genius of 19th-century Russian music. Contents. Instrumentation.
Symphony No. 5 in E Minor: Op. 64 by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky Miniature score version of Tchaikovsky's 1888 masterpiece of flowing, yearning melodies, and sumptuous tone. This favorite of concertgoers appears here in an inexpensive, high-quality, conveniently sized volume. Contents. Instrumentation.
Symphony No. 6 in B Minor: Op. 74 by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky The composer's final symphony is a masterwork of lush orchestration and deep melancholy. This miniature score, an unabridged reproduction from an authoritative source, is a handy and inexpensive volume.
