Capriccio Espagnol
by Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov
Full Orchestra - Sheet Music

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Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.24973

Composed by Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov. Arranged by Richard Meyer. Full Orchestra; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Highland/Etling First Philharmonic. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and Part(s). 192 pages. Highland/Etling #00-24973. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.24973).

UPC: 038081278582. English.

Hailed by Tchaikovsky as a colossal masterpiece of instrumentation, Rimsky-Korsakov's Capriccio Espagnol has delighted audiences since its premiere in 1887. The melodies used in the piece go back to themes sketched by the composer for a virtuoso work for solo violin and orchestra. After changing his mind, Rimsky decided to make the work a display piece for the entire orchestra. This arrangement features two sections of the original capriccio: the Alborada (morning serenade) in 2/4 and the Fandango of the Asturias (a dance traditionally played with guitar and castanet accompaniment) in 3/4. Tastefully arranged by Richard Meyer, Rimsky's flashy showpiece is now playable by the less-experienced orchestra.