Waltz of the Flowers – from The Nutcracker Suite
Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Arranger: Mitchell Eithun
Octaves Handbell: 3 – 5
Octaves Handchimes: n/a
Level: 3 –
Optional: Flute or C-instrument
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This familiar and delightful waltz from Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker Suite” has been nicely arranged for handbells and optional flute or C-instrument. Although the added instrument will be “lovely icing on this musical cake,” it plays well using just bells. Written in F-major, it is mostly Rung with nicely-placed marts, thumb damps, and shakes, which accentuate the phrasings. Effective placement of dynamics emphasize the graceful movement of this wonderful work. It is accessible by moderately-accomplished groups and will be a lovely addition for your holiday concerts and more!
- Octave Ranges
- 3-5 octaves
- Themes
- Classical Arrangements
Concert
Holiday (Secular)
School and Youth
Secular - general usage - Level of Difficulty
- Level 3-