The series Get to Know Classical Masterpieces provides an introduction to well-known compositions in simple arrangements for piano by Hans-Günter Heumann. Complete with texts and colour illustrations throughout, these editions will appeal not only to both child and adult pianists, but to any music-lover who wishes to get to know these works better. Includes a biography of the composer Peter Ilyich Tschaikovsky, a history of the work, plot summary, and easy piano arrangements of: Overture · Welcoming the Guests · March · Uncle Drosselmeyer · Clara and the Nutcracker · Grandfather's Dance · Pas de deux for Clara and the Nutcracker Prince · Snowflake Waltz · Divertissement: a) Spanish Dance · b) Arabian Dance · c) Chinese Dance · d) Russian Dance (Trepak) · e) Dance of the Reed Pipes · f) Mother Gigogne · Waltz of the Flowers · Finale / Waltz.