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Montagues and Capulets Op.75

Sergei Prokofiev

What's this piece like?
The piece is a piano transcription made by the composer of his "Romeo and Juliet" ballet. In addition to the solo piano work, Prokofiev reused music from the ballet in three suites for orchestra.
Who's this piece for?
Ideal for advanced pianists looking for a unique experience and want to learn new styles and techniques.
3-4 pages
Modern
E minor

MOOD: Passionate, furious, percussive, bombastic and triumphant.

TECHNIQUE: Octaves.

Ranking
Equivalent to RCM diploma level
This piece is beyond all ABRSM levels
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1929

The Great Depression starts in the U.S.

1931

“The Star Spangled Banner” officially becomes the U.S. national anthem.

1933

Hitler is appointed German chancellor.

1936

Spanish civil war begins.

1937

Ten Pieces for piano from the ballet 'Romeo and Juliet' Op. 75 was composed by S. Prokofiev at the age of 46 years old.

1939

Gone with the Wind premieres.

1939

The World War II begins with German invasion of Poland.

1943

Sergey Rachmaninoff died.

1945

Béla Bartók died.

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