1812 Overture Op. 49 (Dover Miniature Music Scores)

About this book

Commissioned to mark the 1882 All-Russia Exhibition of Arts and Crafts this extraordinarily popular work was premiered at the consecration of the Kremlins Cathedral of the Redeemer--the monument built to commemorate the Russian defeat of the Napoleonic invasion in 1812. A colorful musical tapestry of nationalistic themes and battle scenes performances of the "1812" with cannons thundering and bells pealing have remained an electrifying outdoor event at patriotic concerts worldwide.