Kaleidoscope (Brass Band - Score and Parts)

Music of Rimsky-KorsakovOne of the celebrated Russian nationalist group of composers, Rimsky0Korsakov (1844-1908) was noted for highly colourful and descriptive orchestrations. Grove states: His art was rooted in the Russian soil, and the national element pervades it like a subtle by unmistakable aroma.This arrangement is designed to throw into relief the changing colours and moods of his music, hence the designation, Kaleidoscope. Excerpts are chosen from the following works:Spanish CapriceScheherezadeTsar SaltanThe Snow Maiden