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The Planets: Op. 32
Contributor(s): Holst, Gustav (Author)
ISBN: 0486414027     ISBN-13: 9780486414027
Publisher: Dover Publications
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Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: July 2000
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Annotation: From the ominous, relentless march of "Mars, Bringer of War" to the ethereal high-string sonorities of "Venus, the Bringer of Peace," this spectacular symphonic suite established Holst's international reputation as one of the most popular and important modern British composers. First performed in 1918, it remains a staple of the orchestral repertoire.
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- Music | Printed Music - Opera & Classical Scores
- Music | Genres & Styles - Classical
Dewey: 784.2
LCCN: 2001545488
Series: Dover Miniature Scores
Physical Information: 0.49" H x 5.98" W x 8.64" (0.66 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 work 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 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, attractive, and inexpensive full score.