Russian Dance (Trepak from The Nutcracker) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich - Smith & Story

Peter Tchaikovsky composed the ballet The Nutcracker in 1891 and 1892. Based on Alexandre Dumas' adaptation of E. T. A. Hoffmann's story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Bring Tchaikovsky into your developing band's repertoire. A grand selection!Duration: 1.30

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Russian Easter Overture Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

Rimsky-Korsakov composed his three greatest orchestral works over a short period: he completed Capriccio Espagnol in 1887, and he composed Russian Easter Overture in 1888, simultaneously with the symphonic suite Scheherazade. Russian Easter Overture is a magnificent overture in a single movement that was dedicated to the composers Borodin and Moussorgsky. Several hymns of the Russian Orthodox Church create a characteristic atmosphere. Arranger Tohru Takahashi has made the sound even more colourful by using several mallet percussion instruments. 0:16:00

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Russian Easter Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolai - Bocook, Jay

Russian composer Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov is noted for creating music that is striking and dynamic. Jay has beautifully adapted this famous overture for concert band in an arrangement that certainly reflects the intent and style of the original. The woodwinds get a workout on this and the brass provide powerful statements that help propel the intensity throughout.

Russian Easter Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolai - Harnsberger, L. C.

A mysterious introduction begins this exciting concert favorite expertly adapted for young band. After a short solo clarinet passage, the music takes off in cut time. Exciting brass chords and woodwind runs give way to a tender contrasting section. Brass fanfares bring the rousing conclusion that features a chorale and a blazing finish. This adaptation is a real audience pleaser and will work well as an opener or closer. Duration: 3.00

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Russian Folk Dance (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lucas, Elena Roussanova

With traditional musical flavor, Russian Folk Dance will provide cross-cultural energy to any program. The middle section of the composition contains stylistically unique opportunities for everyone to have a chance at the melody through brief countermelodies. A most musical choice! Duration: 2.30

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Russian Folk Fantasy (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James

This outstanding work for concert band celebrates the rich heritage of the Russian people. A colorful and charming selection on any concert program!

Russian Folk Song Suite (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Moss, John

Featuring the distinctive folk sounds of the Russian tradition, John has created a marvellously effective suite for young bands. Includes In the Forest Grew a Tiny Birch Tree, Song of the Volga Boatmen and Kalinka (Little Snowball Bush).

Russian Gipsy Song Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

The origin of the song Piet Swerts arranged for concert band in Russian Gipsy Song probably lies with Russian gypsies, who know it under the title Dorogoj Dlinnojn and who ardently consider it their mental property.The melody of this Russian folk song is better known under the title Those Were the Days My Friend, the song that singer Mary Hopkins made famous in 1968. Within a year after she had issued this song, well over five million records of it had been sold. There are also versions in French (Les temps des fleurs), Spaans (Qu? tiempo tan feliz), Italian (Quelli erano giorni), and German (An jenem Tag) of this song full of nostalgia about the "good old days." 0:02:15

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RUSSIAN IMPRESSIONS (Intermediate Concert Band) - Val, Percy

Duration: 3:45

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RUSSIAN OVERTURE (Advanced Concert Band) - Naulais, Jerome

Duration: 4:40

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