Klarinet Archive - Posting 001097.txt from 1999/05

From: Greg Barrett <gbarrett@-----.edu>
Subj: [kl] Re: Nutcracker
Date: Mon, 24 May 1999 12:32:36 -0400

I played a reduced orchestra version of the Nutcracker with the
Greensboro (NC) Symphony in 1986 or '87. Mostly wind parts were cut:
no third flute, bass clarinet (!), only two horns. A synthesizer was
used to fill in some parts such as the harp. This version was very
taxing for the brass. Perhaps the Greensboro Symphony has a record of
who made the arrangement.

-Greg Barrett
Jacksonville State University

>
> I'm a conductor with a chamber orchestra. Have any of you seen, played
> or heard of an arrangement of the Nutcracker for an ensemble of up to 20
> players? If it's something that only incorporates parts of the Suite as
> opposed to the complete ballet, that would also be great. Thanks for any
> suggestions.
>
> Michael Newnham
> Music Director
> Opus Chamber Players, Hamilton, Canada
>

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