The Firebird for Solo Piano Complete Ballet

Composed in 1910,The Firebirdwas the first of many successful ballets that brought Stravinsky international recognition. This edition is the composer's own reduction for solo piano. Originally intended for Ballets Russe rehearsals, it has become a popular and challenging part of the piano repertoire and an excellent study score.

Synopsis
List of Characters
Introduction
Tableau I:
The Enchanted Garden of Kastchei
Appearance of the Firebird, Pursued by Prince Ivan
Dance of the Firebird
Capture of the Firebird by Prince Ivan
The Firebird's Supplications
Appearance of the Thirteen Enchanted Princesses
The Princesses' Game with the Golden Apples
Sudden Appearance of Prince Ivan
Khorovod (Round Dance) of the Princesses
Daybreak
Prince Ivan Penetrates Kastchei's Palace
Magic Carillon, Appearance of Kastchei's Monster Guardians, and Capture of Prince Ivan
Arrival of Kastchei the Immortal, Dialogue of Kastchei and Prince Ivan, and Intercession of the Princesses
Appearance of the Firebird
Dance of Kastchei's Retinue, Enchanted by the Firebird
Infernal Dance of all Kastchei's Subjects
Lullaby (Firebird)
Kastchei's Awakening
Kastchei's Death
Profound Darkness
Tableau II:
Disappearence of Kastchei's Palace and Magical Creations, Return to Life of the Petrified Knights, and General Rejoicing