Camille Saint-Saëns
Le Carnaval des animaux
The carnival of animals Great zoological fantasy
Camille Saint-Saëns
Le Carnaval des animaux
The carnival of animals Great zoological fantasy
- Instrumentation 2 Pianos and Orchestra
- Composer Camille Saint-Saëns
- Editor Peter Jost
- Lyricist Vicco von Bülow
- Edition Instrumental Part: Double Bass
- Publisher Breitkopf & Härtel
- Order no. OB5321-KB
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Description:
Immerse yourself in Camille Saint-Saëns’ humorous masterpiece: With “Le Carnaval des animaux” (The Carnival of the Animals), the French composer created one of the most charming and vivid pieces of program music in history. This beloved “Grand Zoological Fantasy” delights audiences of all ages with its witty charm and brilliant tone painting—often accompanied by clever narrations.
For double bass players, this approx. 22-minute work features one of the most iconic and virtuosic solos in the entire orchestral repertoire with the famous movement “The Elephant” (L'Éléphant). This high-quality single double bass part from the renowned publisher Breitkopf & Härtel offers outstanding legibility and supreme editorial precision. Whether performed in a flexible chamber ensemble or with a full orchestra, this edition is the perfect choice to bring a timeless classic to the stage!
For double bass players, this approx. 22-minute work features one of the most iconic and virtuosic solos in the entire orchestral repertoire with the famous movement “The Elephant” (L'Éléphant). This high-quality single double bass part from the renowned publisher Breitkopf & Härtel offers outstanding legibility and supreme editorial precision. Whether performed in a flexible chamber ensemble or with a full orchestra, this edition is the perfect choice to bring a timeless classic to the stage!