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Original

Capriccio Espagnol. Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov.

Translation

Capriccio Espagnol. Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov.

Original

Capriccio Espagnol composed by Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov. 1844-1908. Arranged by Richard Meyer. Orchestra. Full Orchestra. Masterworks. Highland First Philharmonic. Masterwork Arrangement. Romantic. Grade 2.5. Conductor Score & Parts. 192 pages. Published by Highland. Etling. AP.24973. 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. Tastefully arranged by Richard Meyer, Rimsky's flashy showpiece is now playable by the less-experienced orchestra. Concert. Contest.

Translation

Capriccio Espagnol composed by Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov. 1844-1908. Arranged by Richard Meyer. Orchestra. Full Orchestra. Masterworks. Highland First Philharmonic. Masterwork Arrangement. Romantic. Grade 2.5. Conductor Score . 192 pages. Published by Highland. Etling. AP.24973. 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. Tastefully arranged by Richard Meyer, Rimsky's flashy showpiece is now playable by the less-experienced orchestra. Concert. Contest.