Poet and Peasant and Other Great Overtures in Full Score

A prolific writer of theatrical music whose works ranged from incidental music for operettas to full operas, Franz von Supp (1819-95) is perhaps best known as the composer of the overture from which this collection takes its name. According to Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians, "Supp is the earliest Viennese composer of musical farces whose works still survive as viable stage scores (and popular overtures) . . . . His light, fluent style includes the ability to vary a phrase length or melodic and rhythmic figure in a personal and immediately effective way."
In addition to the title piece ― originally arranged for no less than 59 different combinations of instruments ― this compilation includes the Vienna Jubilee Overture and the overtures to three of the composer's most popular works: Morning, Noon and Night in Vienna; Beautiful Galatea; and Light Cavalry. Reprinted from authoritative editions and offered in a convenient single-volume format, these full scores will delight students, musicians, and admirers of the celebrated Austrian composer.

Author: Franz Von Suppé
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: 08/19/2015
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 11.20h x 8.44w x 0.44d
ISBN13: 9780486413976
ISBN10: 0486413977
BISAC Categories:
- Music | Printed Music | Band & Orchestra
- Music | Genres & Styles | Classical
- Music | Printed Music | Opera & Classical Scores

About the Author
Franz von Suppé, or Francesco Suppé Demelli (1819-95), was an Austrian creator of light operas from the kingdom of Dalmatia, now part of Croatia. His music is frequently featured in movies, advertisements, and cartoons as well as symphonic "pops" concerts.

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