The Planets in Full Score

by Gustav Holst

Among the most popular and important modern British composers, Gustav Holst (1874–1934) was a true eccentric, given to odd enthusiasms and mystical musings. His spectacular symphonic suite The Planets , first performed in 1918, established his international reputation and remains a staple of the orchestral repertoire to this day.
Scored for huge orchestral forces and a wordless chorus, the work is divided into seven movements, the music of each embodying the astrological and mystical qualities of a different planet. From the ominous, relentless march of "Mars, the Bringer of War" to the robust festivities of "Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity" and the weird, unearthly hush of "Neptune, the Mystic," the emotional sweep and innovative techniques of the suite have delighted and thrilled its vast audience ever since its spectacular debut. Musicians and music lovers alike will want to own this authoritative, attractively published and inexpensive full score.

Genres: Music, Scores

192 pages, Paperback

First published January 21, 1997

Reviews

[Joe Lloyd · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listening to this music is always amazing, but to read along is even better. Really put my knowledge to the test with some of these.

ALSO...you forget how good they are. Jupiter is the one everyone knows, but Uranus is a banger, and Venus is a beautifully mellow piece.

Beautiful...just beautiful.

If you haven't listened to any of the Planets (What rock have you been living under?) search for it on any music platform, and get lost in these amazing songs.

[Bernardo Henríquez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow pero es que este tipo se volvió loco usando las familias ENTERAS de instrumentos. Comtrafagot, oboe bajo, tres de cada viento, celesta, dos arpas hasta coro. Daaaayum.

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

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