Peter Iljitsch Tschaikowsky
1812 Overture
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Peter Iljitsch Tschaikowsky
1812 Overture
- Instrumentation String Orchestra
- Composer Peter Iljitsch Tschaikowsky
- Series String Explorer
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Difficulty Level
- Edition Score and Parts
- Publisher Highland-Etling Publishing
- Order no. ALF20717
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Description:
The memorable themes and heroic drama of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture are captured in this complete and thoroughly playable arrangement for string orchestra. Optional string divisi sections provide violinists with an extra challenge, while optional percussion parts add interest and recall the great Russian cannon. This arrangement provides an opportunity for students to explore expressive dynamics and bowings typical of the Romantic era. This overture is a festival favorite and will surely bring the audience to their feet as a concert finale.