Shostakovich_overture_on_russian_and_kirghiz_fo... 【ESSENTIAL】

Written during a period of creative recuperation following the controversial 13th Symphony ( Babi Yar ), this overture was the only original work Shostakovich completed in 1963. While it is a colorful and exuberant piece, it remains relatively rarely performed compared to his major symphonies.

: Piccolo, 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 3 bassoons (with double bassoon). Brass : 4 horns, 2 or 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, 1 tuba. shostakovich_overture_on_russian_and_kirghiz_fo...

The overture is approximately 10 to 11 minutes long and is characterized by Shostakovich’s vivid orchestration and dramatic flair. To symbolize the cultural link between Russia and Kirghizstan, the composer selected one Russian theme and two Kirghiz themes from existing folk collections: Written during a period of creative recuperation following

Overture on Russian and Kirghiz Folk Songs - Boosey & Hawkes Brass : 4 horns, 2 or 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, 1 tuba