Based on the Concerto for Coloratura Soprano and Orchestra, Op. 82.

Prelude Op.31 no.1, Lullaby Op.31 no.3, Waltz Op. 31 no.6, Study Op.31 no.8, Mazurka Op.31 no.9, Oriental Song Op.31 no.10, Morning Op.43 no.4, Evening Op.43 no.5, Little March Op.43 no.8, Little Poem Op.34 no.1, Polish Dance Op.43 no.2, Tears Op.34 no.3, Hunters' Song Op.34 no.4, Regret Op.34 no.5, Bells Op.34 no.6, In the Fields Op.34 no.7, Harlequin Op.34 no.8, Song Op.34 no.9, Lullaby Op.32 no.10, Ballad Op.34 no.11, Sketch Op. 34 no.12.

Gliere's famous prelude, edited and fingered by William Gillock.

Publisher: Willis Music
Series: Willis
Piano Level: Mid-Intermediate
Pages: 5
Credits: Reinhold Gliére arr. Phyllis Gunther 1 Piano, 4 Hands Mid-Intermediate Level
Composer(s): Reinhold Glière
Arranger(s): Phyllis Gunther

Expert Level (correlates with Book 2, p. 30)

This master work in orchestral literature has been expertly adapted for standard concert band instrumentation by Johnnie Vinson. This edition offers skillful cuts and simplifications while maintaining the integrity and exciting character of the original.

In a new arrangement for mature string groups, Gliere's energetic dance movement again shows why it has become an icon of light classical programming for orchestras everywhere. From the ballet The Red Poppy, the deliberate opening in the low strings, accelerating to the frenzied, Cossack-style dance makes this work a captivating experience for your students.

Expert Level (correlates with Book 2, p. 15) Here is a Russian classic that never ceases to stir the emotions of the audience and band alike. Paul uses a combination of tempos and styles to convey the excitement and drama of the original in his outstanding adaptation for young players. There is plenty of variety including melody for the low voices, flourishes for the woodwinds, and an exciting finish for the entire ensemble. (2:05)

Here is an exciting opener for inexperienced bands that is guaranteed to sound full! After a fast introduction, the low brass take over at a slow tempo on the familiar melody. From there the excitement builds as the tempo gradually increases right up to the energetic and powerful final chords.

Includes 2 copies. Prelude, Valse Triste, Chanson, Basso Ostinato, Air de Ballet, Mazurka. Edited by Isidor Philipp.