Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Symphonies in Full Score

Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky

ISBN 10: 048623861X / ISBN 13: 9780486238616

Published by Dover Pubns, 1979

480 pages. 12.00x9.50x1.00 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 048623861X

Synopsis:

This full score collection presents Symphonies Nos. 4, 5, and 6 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky in a single authoritative volume for orchestra. Designed for conductors, advanced students, and serious listeners, it provides complete orchestral notation for detailed study, rehearsal reference, and deeper engagement with three of the most performed works in the Romantic repertoire.

The edition brings together all three symphonies in full score format, allowing readers to follow instrumentation, structure, and musical development with clarity. It is particularly suited to those studying orchestration or preparing performances, offering a reliable and practical resource for both analysis and real-world musical application.

The book includes the complete scores of all three symphonies, notated in standard orchestral format with all instrumental parts aligned for detailed reading. There are no reductions or simplifications, making it especially valuable for those seeking to understand Tchaikovsky’s orchestration, harmonic language, and structural design. The clear layout supports use in both rehearsal and focused study settings.

For musicians and enthusiasts of the Romantic period, this collection offers a practical way to engage directly with three of the most frequently performed symphonic works in the repertoire. It supports score reading practice, interpretive insight, and rehearsal planning, while also serving as a meaningful reference for following live or recorded performances. The emotional depth and sweeping character of these works become more accessible when experienced through the full orchestral score.

Song List
* Symphony No. 4 in F Minor Op. 36 * Symphony No. 5 in E Minor Op. 64 * Symphony No. 6 in B Minor Op. 74 "Pathétique" *

About the Author: Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) ranks among the most beloved of Russian composers. Thanks to his technical skill and strict work habits, his wide-ranging output includes symphonies, operas, ballets, instrumental and chamber music, and songs.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Symphonies in Full ...
Publisher: Dover Pubns
Publication Date: 1979
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Brand New