This week's listening challenge again features the music of two Russian composers (I will select some non-Russians for next week, I promise!). Having 2 pianists at 2 different pianos provides the opportunity for richer textures and a more powerful sound!
The first is by Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953). This selection is from his ballet based on the story of Cinderella. This particular movement of the work is called "Gallop," and at this point in the story, the Prince is frantically searching all over the kingdom for the mysterious and elusive Cinderella.
The second selection will be familiar to you! It is a two-piano arrangement of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's (1844-1908) Flight of the Bumblebee. Originally written for orchestra, we hear this piece in many forms, and the lightening fast finger work mimics the sound of a buzzing bee as it travels!
Enjoy! Listen, vote, and email/text me your photo!
Which piece did you enjoy the most?
I like Cinderella Suite because the gallop sound attracts me.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for listening!
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