Dvořák: Slavonic Rhapsody in A-flat Major, B. 86, Op. 45, No. 3
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- Composer: Antonín Dvořák (1841-1904)
- Instrumentation: Orchestra
- Work: Slavonic Rhapsody in A-flat Major, B. 86, Op. 45, No. 3
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- Size: 9.6 x 12.2 inches
- Pages: 72
- Urtext / Critical Edition
Description
Dvořák composed his "Slavonic Rhapsodies", Op. 45 in 1878, initiating his so-called "Slavonic period". They were issued by the publisher Simrock the following year as three independent orchestral pieces (in D Major, G Minor and A-flat Major) appearing under the same opus number.
Now the "Slavonic Rhapsodies" are being issued separately in scholarly-critical editions. The editor Robert Simon has taken Dvořák's authorised first edition as his principal source.
A score for vocalists that only contains the vocal lines. The instrumental parts are not there for reference. Generally, cheaper than a vocal score and requires multiple copies for purchase.
Facsimile of the Autograph
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Hardcover
Some publishers print a hardbound, linen-covered version in addition to the standard paperback. The music inside is identical. These editions are beautiful though rarely cheap.
Orchestral Parts
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Paperback
When publishers offer multiple bindings (e.g. hardcover) or study scores, this is the "standard" version. If you're planning to play the music, this is probably what you want.
Performance / Playing Score
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Score (Full Score)
For ensemble music, this indicates that the edition contains all parts on a single system (there are not separate parts for each player). In larger ensembles, this is for the conductor.