Islamey and Other Favorite Russian Piano Works

by M.I. Glinka, Anton Arensky, Mily Balakirev

Inspired by the richness of Eastern folk music, Mily Balakirev composed the oriental fantasy Islamey in 1869. Based on themes from Armenia and the Caucasus region, this scintillating work is known worldwide as a supreme example of virtuoso piano writing at its best.
Other favorite Russian piano works featured in this exceptional compilation include music by Arensky, Borodin, Glinka, Rimsky-Korsakov, and other masters. Among them are such...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B007OLCX3K
• ISBN13: 9780486411606
• Release Date: August 2000
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 9.0" x 12.0"