Called "the best of my symphonic works" by the composer, Tchaikovsky's "Manfred" Symphony weaves the tale of Byron's tragic character. Broad orchestrations, dark lyricism, and a profound sense of tragedy have made this work a Romantic favorite of orchestras and audiences worldwide. Tchaikovsky declared it "the best of my symphonic works." Unabridged republication of an early authoritative edition.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
Symphonies Nos. 1, 2 and 3 in Full Score by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky Study the composer's musical development and growing mastery of orchestration in authoritative editions of three early symphonies: Winter Daydreams, the LittleRussian and the Polish. Lists of instruments.
Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Symphonies in Full Score by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky Complete orchestral scores of Symphony No. 4 in FMinor, Op. 36; SymphonyNo. 5 in E Minor, Op. 64; Symphony No. 6 in B Minor, "Pathetique," Op. 74. Study score.
Nutcracker Suite in Full Score by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky Complete, authoritative score of perennial favorite. Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy, Waltz of the Flowers, March of the Wooden Soldiers, and much more. ". . . the melodic invention is charming." — Grove’s Dictionary.
