Petrushka: Original Version, 1910-11 - Couverture souple

Stravinsky, Igor

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0486408701 ISBN 13 : 9780486408705

Editeur : Dover Publications Inc., 1999

Synopsis

Commissioned by Serge Diaghilev for the Ballets Russes, Stravinsky's score for the ballet Petrushka was an immediate sensation at its Paris premiere in 1911. Brilliantly orchestrated in bold, unheard-of instrumental colors, this work is filled with Russian folksongs as well as new and striking harmonies. Alternately poignant and splendidly imposing, the score is one of the most popular and acclaimed works of the twentieth century.
Petrushka is published here in full score with English titling, stage directions, and a detailed table of contents. Ideal for study in the classroom, at home, or in the concert hall, this affordable, high-quality, conveniently sized volume will be the edition of choice for music students and music lovers alike.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

The leading composer of his day, Igor Stravinsky experimented with virtually every technique of 20th century music. Throughout his long and prolific career, he produced symphonies, concertos, choral works, operas, and ballets.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Dover Publications Inc.
• Date d'édition: 1999
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0486408701
• ISBN 13: 9780486408705
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 160
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: Soc. Agr. La Raia Ss; http://www.la-raia.it; ; Strada Monterotondo, 79; Novi Ligure; 15067; Italie