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Six Great Overtures in Full Score (Dover Orchestral Music Scores),Used
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The six overtures gathered together in this handy volume are among the most recorded, performed, and studied compositions in the orchestral repertoire. They offer musicians and music lovers the opportunity to study the genius of Beethoven in compositions written as preludes to other works, which nevertheless stand on their own as masterpieces.The overtures included in this volume are Overture to Coriolanus, Op. 62; Leonore Overture No. 1, Op. 138; Leonore Overture No. 2, Op. 72; Leonore Overture No. 3, Op. 72; Overture to Fidelio, Op. 72; and Overture to Egmont, Op. 84.Reproduced directly from the authoritative Breitkopf & Hrtel edition, this inexpensive treasury of scores features large, clear noteheads, wide margins for notes, analyses, etc., and a sturdy, flexible binding.Now you can savor the inventive power, mastery of form, and intensity of feeling that characterized all of Beethoven's music distilled into the concise and exacting format of the overture. Best of all, you can enjoy all six overtures in one convenient, accurate edition at a remarkably low price.
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- Q: What are the six overtures included in this volume? A: The six overtures included in this volume are: Overture to Coriolanus, Op. 62; Leonore Overture No. 1, Op. 138; Leonore Overture No. 2, Op. 72; Leonore Overture No. 3, Op. 72; Overture to Fidelio, Op. 72; and Overture to Egmont, Op. 84.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Six Great Overtures in Full Score'? A: The author of 'Six Great Overtures in Full Score' is Ludwig van Beethoven.
- Q: What is the page count of this score? A: This score contains 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book has a paperback binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new.
- Q: When was 'Six Great Overtures in Full Score' published? A: The book was published on February 1, 1985.
- Q: Is this score suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this score is suitable for both musicians and music lovers, making it accessible for beginners to study Beethoven's overtures.
- Q: What is the significance of the overtures included in this volume? A: The overtures are significant as they are among the most recorded and studied compositions in the orchestral repertoire, showcasing Beethoven's genius.
- Q: Can this book be used for performance purposes? A: Yes, the scores can be used for performance as they are reproduced from the authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel edition.
- Q: Does this volume provide space for notes and analyses? A: Yes, the volume features wide margins that allow space for notes, analyses, and other personal annotations.