The Nutcracker: Get to Know Classical Masterpieces;

(Schott). The series "Get to Know Classical Masterpieces" provides an introduction to well-known compositions in simple arrangements for piano by Hans-Gunter 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. Includes a biography of the composer Peter Ilyich Tschaikovsky, a history of the work, plot summary, and easy piano arrangements of: Overture * Welcoming the Guests * March * Uncle Drosselmeyer * Clara and the Nutcracker * Grandfather's Dance * Pas de deux for Clara and the Nutcracker Prince * Snowflake Waltz * Divertissement: a) Spanish Dance * b) Arabian Dance * c) Chinese Dance * d) Russian Dance (Trepak) * e) Dance of the Reed Pipes * f) Mother Gigogne * Waltz of the Flowers * Finale / Waltz.