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The Planets in Full Score
Contributor(s): Holst, Gustav (Author)
ISBN: 0486292770     ISBN-13: 9780486292779
Publisher: Dover Publications
OUR PRICE:   $20.66  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: January 1997
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Annotation: Spectacular symphonic suite, scored for large orchestral forces and a wordless chorus, is divided into 7 movements, the music of each embodying the astrological and mystical qualities of a different planet. Remarkable emotional sweep and innovative techniques have made the work a staple of the orchestral repertoire. Only full-size score available.
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BISAC Categories:
- Music | Printed Music - Opera & Classical Scores
- Music | Genres & Styles - Chamber
- Music | Genres & Styles - Classical
Dewey: 784.2
LCCN: 97-708479
Series: Dover Music Scores
Physical Information: 0.39" H x 9.26" W x 12.19" (1.19 lbs) 192 pages
 
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Among the most popular and important modern British composers, Gustav Holst (1874-1934) was a true eccentric, given to odd enthusiasms and mystical musings. His spectacular symphonic suite The Planets, first performed in 1918, established his international reputation and remains a staple of the orchestral repertoire to this day.
Scored for huge orchestral forces and a wordless chorus, the work is divided into seven movements, the music of each embodying the astrological and mystical qualities of a different planet. From the ominous, relentless march of Mars, the Bringer of War to the robust festivities of Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity and the weird, unearthly hush of Neptune, the Mystic, the emotional sweep and innovative techniques of the suite have delighted and thrilled its vast audience ever since its spectacular debut. Musicians and music lovers alike will want to own this authoritative, attractively published and inexpensive full score.