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SKU: A0.1433983
Composed by Bedrich Smetana. Arranged by Patrick Speckamp. 19th Century,Classical. Score. 21 pages. Patrick Speckamp #1014212. Published by Patrick Speckamp (A0.1433983).This is a two-piano version of B. Smetana's ever popular and energetic "Dance of the Comedians". Smetana employed the lively Czech folk dance "Skočná" in the third act of his opera "The Bartered Bride", where a circus troupe performs an array of tricks and acrobatics.
The transcription is intended to be played by two pianists at two pianos. The original orchestral score has been rendered as accurately as possible, while also keeping issues of piano-specific playability in mind. Where appropriate, slight changes to the original text (such as changes in register, piano-specific figurations) have been made to either enhance the overall sound impression and/or to improve playability on the piano.
The difficulty level of the arrangement is high-intermediate to advanced. That said, "Dance of the Comedians" is a rewarding and fun piece - as well as a genuine crowd-pleaser - that may be performed by skilled amateurs and professional pianists alike.
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