Book details
Scheherazade (Dover Orchestral Music Scores)
Description
The book 'Scheherazade (Dover Orchestral Music Scores)' by Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov presents the full orchestral score of Rimsky-Korsakov's famous symphonic suite 'Scheherazade.' Inspired by 'One Thousand and One Nights,' also known as 'The Arabian Nights,' this work is notable for its vivid orchestration and narrative power. The score showcases the composer's mastery of musical storytelling, as each movement evokes different tales told by the character Scheherazade to captivate her sultan and delay her execution. The music is characterized by its lush melodies, exotic harmonies, and the use of leitmotifs to represent characters and themes. This edition provides musicians, conductors, and classical music enthusiasts with an authoritative and clear reproduction of one of the most enchanting pieces of the Romantic era, making it a valuable resource for study and performance.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
beginner
Length
240 pages
Why to read
- Historical Significance: 'Scheherazade' is a symphonic suite composed by Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov, a member of the Russian Five. Reading the score provides insight into the musical traditions and innovations of late 19th-century Russian classical music.
- Orchestration Mastery: Rimsky-Korsakov is renowned for his skill in orchestration. Studying the 'Scheherazade' score allows readers to analyze his use of instruments to create rich textures and vivid storytelling through music.
- Musical Storytelling: The work is based on 'One Thousand and One Nights,' and each movement evokes a different tale. Readers can explore how Rimsky-Korsakov translates narrative elements into musical motifs and themes.
- Educational Value: For students and enthusiasts of music composition and orchestration, reading the 'Scheherazade' score is an educational experience that can improve one's understanding of complex musical structures, thematic development, and the effective use of leitmotifs.