Ian Deterling

The Nutcracker Medley clarinet ensemble

The Nutcracker Medley (Pyotr Tchaikovsky)

  • clarinet ensemble (5 players minimum)

  • ca. 3:00

Score/Parts PDF Previews

Program Notes

Composed by Pyotr Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Ian Deterling.

  • Commissioned by Seneca Valley Wind Ensemble CGI

  • Composed in 1892, The Nutcracker would be Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s third and final ballet (the first two being Swan Lake from 1875-76 and Sleeping Beauty from 1889). Based off of Marius Petipa’s adaptation of E. T. A. Hoffmann’s fantasy story Nussknacker und Mausekönig (“The Nutcracker and the Mouse King”), the ballet takes place on Christmas Eve in mid-19th century Vienna. Opening with a festive holiday gathering, the story follows Clara and her Nutcracker doll that comes to life and duels with the King Mouse. Although the ballet itself was not an immediate success, the music was well received and had high praise for its rich colors and beautiful melodies. Tchaikovsky took eight numbers from his score and combined them to form the instantly popular The Nutcracker Suite. A yuletide favorite for many, The Nutcracker is frequently performed every year during the holiday season.

  • This medley includes selections from Miniature Overture, March, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, and Trepak (Russian Dance).

Instrumentation

  • Bb Clarinet 1

  • Bb Clarinet 2

  • Bb Clarinet 3

  • Bb Clarinet 4 (also available as Alto Clarinet; not shown in score)

  • Bb Bass Clarinet

What do I get when I order The Nutcracker Medley?

  • You will receive the score and parts in the form of three PDFs:

    • Full Score and complete set of parts

  • Once your order has been processed, you’ll be emailed a link where you can download the sheet music.

  • When you click on the link to download your music, you’ll be brought to the download page (see image)

Download page for The Nutcracker Medley

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