Carnival of the Animals

Written in 1886 for a Mardi Gras celebration, Saint-Saëns’ best-known work consists of 14 pieces scored for flute/piccolo, clarinet, glass harmonica (tuned glass bowls), xylophone, two pianos, and strings. Playfully borrowing themes from other works—including his own—the composer paints delightful musical portraits of a lion, chickens, turtles, an elephant, kangaroos, and the immensely popular swan.

Additional Information

SKU#: 06-404129
UPC: 9780486404127
ISBN-10: 0486404129
ISBN-13: 9780486404127
Series: Dover Edition
Secondary Category: Full Orchestra (Full Score)
Format: Full Score
Contributors: By Camille Saint-Saëns
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