Gayenah Dance Suite No. 1

Selected from the ballet Gayaneh, these three colorful examples of Aram Khachaturian’s writing for ballet are based on rhythms and melodic motives from different ethnic groups, ranging from the very Slavic Ukranian Gopak (Hopak) to the Armenian Dance of the Maidens and the Kurdish Mountaineers’ Dance. They vary in instrumental color and tension from festive and party-like, through sultry and romantic, to tense and almost angry. These may be performed in any combination – a single stand-alone dance movement, a contrasting pair, or all three in a complete set. A culturally rich and unique experience for players and audience alike. Dur: 7:45 (Grade 5)

Additional Information

SKU: 50486970
UPC: 884088393694
ISBN-10: 142347497X
ISBN-13: 9781423474975
Series: G. Schirmer Band/Orchestra
Format: Score and Parts
Contributors: Aram Khachaturian/arr. Kenneth Snoeck