Roman Carnival and Other Overtures, in Full Score

Hector Berlioz (1803-1869): Carnaval Romano y otras overturas. Partitura general.

Perhaps the ideal of the 19th-century Romantic composer and one of the true revolutionary figures in music, Hector Berlioz (1803-1869) is admired today for his sense of dramatic expression, capacity for abundant melody and mastery of orchestral color. His abilities are showcased in this new volume containing five of his most popular and widely performed overtures: the famous Roman Carnival and Corsair, as well as the overtures to three operas: Benvenuto Cellini, Beatrice and Benedict and Trojans in Carthage. All five have been reprinted from the definitive Breitkopf & Härtel Complete Works edition. Gathered in this inexpensive, durable volume, they invite musicians and music lovers to study and enjoy what Grove's. Dictionary calls "the novelty, richness and striking originality of his magical orchestration."
Unabridged Dover (1995) republication of scores originally published in Breitkopf & Härtel's Complete Works edition.

CONTENIDO:

Overture to Benvenuto Cellini Op.23 (l834-37/1852)
"Ouverture Caracteristique" Le Carnaval Romain Op.9 (Roman Carnival, 1844)
Overture Le Corsaire Op.21 (The Corsair, 1844)
Prelude to Les Troyens à Carthage (The Trojans in Carthage, 1856-63)
Overture to Béatrice et Bénédict (Beatrice and Benedict, 1860-62)