Grieg, Edvard - Peer Gynt op. 46 and 55

Peer Gynt op. 46 and 55 - Suites No. 1 (Op. 46) and No. 2 (Op. 55) op. 46 and 55

The series \"Get to Know Classical Masterpieces\" provides an introduction to well-known compositions in simple arrangements for piano by Hans-Günter Heumann. Complete with texts and colour illustrations throughout, these editions will appeal not only to both child and adult pianists, but to any music-lover who wishes to get to know these works better.

In the field of programme music Grieg’s ‘Peer Gynt Suites’ are among the most well-known works for orchestra. Virtually every music lover is familiar with pieces like Anitra’s Dance’, ‘In the Hall of the Mountain King’ or ‘Solveig‘s Song’.

Series: Get to Know Classical Masterpieces
Instrumentation: Piano
Arranger: Heumann, Hans-Günter
Binding: Saddle stitching
Language: English
Publisher: Schott Music
ISMN: M-001-12782-0
ISBN: 979-0-001-12782-0

Contents

• Biography of the Composer: Edvard Hagerup Grieg
• History of the Work: Peer Gynt Suites 1 & 2
• The Plot
• Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46: Morning in the Countryside
• Ases Death
• Anitras Dance
• In the Hall of the Mountain King
• Peer Gynt Suite No. 2, Op. 55: The Abducted Bride (Ingrids Lament)
• Arabian Dance
• Peer Gynts Return Home (A Stormy Evening on the Coast)
• Solveigs Song