This volume reproduces, from the authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel edition, three of Brahms' great orchestral favorites. Editor's commentary in German and English.
Composed for Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, The Rite of Spring premiered in 1913 to a near-riot. The most famous musical work of the 20th century, this brilliant and uncompromising masterpiece changed t
(Jazz Publications). Epitaph , written for a 31-piece ensemble, was the masterwork of composer/bassist Charles Mingus. The extended suite is comprised of multiple movements reflecting a wealth of com
(Opera). Ricordi is proud to present the first titles in their new series of orchestral scores featuring engaging images (from Casa Ricordi's historical archives) and synopses in Italian, English, Fre
(Opera). Ricordi is proud to present the first titles in their new series of orchestral scores featuring engaging images (from Casa Ricordi's historical archives) and synopses in Italian, English, Fre
This outstanding volume features a rich selection of the composer's greatest overtures: Idomeneo (K.366); The Abduction from the Seraglio (K.384); The Marriage of Figaro (K.492); Don Giovanni (K.527);
Complete score of Beethoven's only opera in one affordable volume, including all spoken German dialogue. Beethoven's genius for orchestration is combined with the drama of the human voice in choruses,
Written during the years 1905 to 1912, this evocative orchestral triptych expresses the national characters of three countries. Iberia is scored with Spanish castanets and tambourines. It is accompani
Berlioz's magnum opus is unrivaled in its grandeur, calling for huge orchestral and choral forces. From the brass fanfares of the "Day of Judgment" to the tender strains of "Agnus Dei," it is a work o
One of Handel's rare ventures into comedy, Xerxes parodies the conventions of opera seria. Love triangles, swaggering heroism, and all manner of operatic pretensions receive a playful tweaking in a su
Best-known, most beloved large-scale musical work in the English-speaking world has given millions of performers their primary experience in singing classical music. Today, it is the supreme example o
Considered by some as Verdi's finest composition, this highly dramatic work combines original melodies with liturgical strains in a tour de force of melodic invention, absolute technical mastery, and
Audiences around the world have enjoyed this operatic masterpiece for over 100 years. Massenet's classic work is now available in an attractive, inexpensive edition of the complete score, reproduced f
One of the most frequently performed of all choral works, this splendid oratorio unfolds in an inspired series of solo and choral passages filled with compelling drama and rich musical symbolism. Repr
Featuring Mephistopheles, the repertoire's most diabolical villain, this opera brought lasting fame to its composer. Gounod's work is the best known and most frequently performed of the musical treatm
Operatic masterpiece tells the tragic story of two lovers, a Roman consul and a Druid high priestess against a background of war and national entanglements. Noted for its long melodic lines, purity of
Pagliacci is a classic of the verismo, or realistic operatic tradition. Based on a real-life incident, this vivid musical drama begins as a simple farce involving Harlequin, Columbine and Clown, turns
French composer's perennially popular masterpiece, composed in memory of his father and first performed at La Madeleine in 1888. The work is notable for its clarity, balance, serenity, and ethereal be
Standard Ricordi edition of perennially popular masterpiece. Tragic story of jester and his daughter remarkable for bold characterization, superb drama, glorious music. Lists of characters and instru
One of the most performed and recorded operas of all time, this intense drama revolves around lust, revenge, and betrayal. It is noted for its sumptuous musical scoring and two of opera’s most famous
One of the most often performed of Strauss' musical works, this landmark of modern opera scandalized early 20th-century audiences with its startling dissonance and unconventional harmonics. Today, it
Verdi's great gift to grand opera, performed at the Metropolitan more than any other opera. A magnificent combination of high drama, stage spectacle and a musical score that is one of the glories of o
One of the most recorded and performed religious works in the repertoire, this masterpiece of vocal composition, composed shortly before Mozart's death, majestically combines the voices of orchestra,
Authoritative full-score edition of the oratorio that is the best known, most beloved, most performed large-scale musical work in the English-speaking world. Perhaps the finest artistic expression of
The full orchestral and vocal score of what is perhaps the world's favorite opera, in the grand opera version most commonly performed today, complete with the recitatives by Ernest Guiraud added after
Definitive original edition of the 20th-century classic: Stravinsky's score for the Ballets Russes masterpiece Petrushka, the bizarre tale of three dancing puppets brought to life. First produced in
Unabridged score of composer's last opera, renowned for splendid music and glowing orchestration. Deeply personal treatment of the legend of the Holy Grail, themes of sacred and profane love, innocenc
Composer's penultimate opera displays a mastery of orchestration, harmony and vocal writing that ranks it as an undisputed masterpiece of the form. Reproduced from the authoritative Ricordi edition, t
Complete score of Beethoven's only opera in?one affordable volume, including all spoken German dialogue. Beethoven's genius for orchestration is combined with the drama of the human voice in choruses,
Unabridged score of great symphonic suite, masterpiece of "program" music imbued with shimmering Near Eastern moods, inventive and brilliant effects, luxuriant melody. Unaltered republication of editi
