Tchaikovsky, Overture to The Nutcracker
Grade 5
Duration - 4’30”
At last, your string orchestra has access to one of Tchaikovsky’s most charming overtures! This arrangement is designed to replicate the original overture to The Nutcracker as closely as possible. It’s uncut and in the original key. Cello and Bass parts have been added and melodic material is cleverly distributed across the ensemble.
Students enjoy the passion and expressiveness of Tchaikovsky’s writing while preparing the demanding spiccato and chromatic passages. Entrance the audience at your next winter concert!
Grade 5
Duration - 4’30”
At last, your string orchestra has access to one of Tchaikovsky’s most charming overtures! This arrangement is designed to replicate the original overture to The Nutcracker as closely as possible. It’s uncut and in the original key. Cello and Bass parts have been added and melodic material is cleverly distributed across the ensemble.
Students enjoy the passion and expressiveness of Tchaikovsky’s writing while preparing the demanding spiccato and chromatic passages. Entrance the audience at your next winter concert!
Grade 5
Duration - 4’30”
At last, your string orchestra has access to one of Tchaikovsky’s most charming overtures! This arrangement is designed to replicate the original overture to The Nutcracker as closely as possible. It’s uncut and in the original key. Cello and Bass parts have been added and melodic material is cleverly distributed across the ensemble.
Students enjoy the passion and expressiveness of Tchaikovsky’s writing while preparing the demanding spiccato and chromatic passages. Entrance the audience at your next winter concert!