Antonin Dvorak SYMPHONIES NOS.8 AND 9 ("NEW WORLD") in Full Score [Paperback]

Antonin Dvorak (Composer)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 1984

Two celebrated symphonies by the great Czech composer, the Eighth and the immensely popular Ninth, "From the New World" in one volume.

Product Details

• Paperback: 258 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications (December 1, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 048624749X
• ISBN-13: 978-0486247496
• Product Dimensions: 12 x 9.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Dvorak's Greatest Symphonies, August 31, 2000

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Mr. Biscuit (MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Antonin Dvorak SYMPHONIES NOS.8 AND 9 ("NEW WORLD") in Full Score (Paperback)

Everyone goes on and on about the 9th. Yes, it's a great symphony, but a bit overplayed. The 8th, on the other hand, is a fantastic work which still sounds fresh to the listener 100 years after it was written.

If you're interested in learning about the 8th symphony, seeing the scoring of that famous Largo in the 9th, or simply are curious about the way Dvorak scored for the orchestra, this edition of these two symphonies needs to be in your library. Conductors know that Dover editions are wonderful inexpensive alternatives to "Urtext" editions, and are ideal for initial study, building a library, and even use as a conducting score in many cases. They're great volumes, they're published well, they look and feel great.

These two symphonies should be represented in any classical music lover's recording collection, and the scores make excellent listening companions. If you can read the music, and especially if you might ever have to conduct these works, this edition is a must-buy.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars no measure number, January 3, 2007

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E. Liu "Erinnliu" (Irvine, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Antonin Dvorak SYMPHONIES NOS.8 AND 9 ("NEW WORLD") in Full Score (Paperback)

th score dose not have rehearsal number. It will be ok to use for reference, but is not a good score to use for rehersal.

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality Scores at a Fair Price, May 10, 2011

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This review is from: Antonin Dvorak SYMPHONIES NOS.8 AND 9 ("NEW WORLD") in Full Score (Paperback)

These scores are great to conduct from and for score study. The notation is very clear and easy to read, and the binding has held up well. I am very pleased with this purchase and cannot think of a criticism for this edition.