Igor Strawinsky

Pétrouchka (1947)

Immerse yourself in Igor Stravinsky's fascinating sonic world with his unforgettable ballet masterpiece, "Petruschka," presented in this renowned edition by Boosey & Hawkes. Subtitled "Burlesque Scenes in 4 Tableaux," this groundbreaking work brings to life the dramatic, emotionally charged tale of the enchanted puppet at the St. Petersburg Shrovetide Fair. This score features the famous revised 1947 version, in which Stravinsky tightened the orchestration for a leaner, masterfully transparent, and vividly colorful orchestra. The high-quality edition offers conductors, musicologists, and devoted score readers exceptional clarity and legibility. An indispensable cornerstone of modern orchestral literature that unites rhythmic brilliance, virtuosic instrumentation, and captivating theatrical flair.