All works are available to hire or to purchase.
Prices will be provided on request, and are based on the details supplied when an enquiry is made
The scores and parts for all reduced orchestrations are professionally print-set.
Prices will be provided on request, and are based on the details supplied when an enquiry is made
The scores and parts for all reduced orchestrations are professionally print-set.
BIZET: Carmen (Complete)
2(2dp).1(dc).1.1. / 2.1.0.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H / Strings (140')
Carmen, mezzo-soprano
Don José, tenor
Micaëla, soprano
Escamillo, bass-baritone
Frasquita, soprano
Mercédes, mezzo-soprano
Zuniga, bass
Moralès, bass-baritone
Le Dancaire, baritone
Le Remendado, tenor
Chorus SATB
Commissioned by Opera Holland Park, and first performed in June 2022, this reduced orchestration will be available for hire-only from July 2022. It is the only known reduced orchestration in which a complete and professionally print-set full score of the reduction is provided, rather than using a doctored copy of an original score, which is often unsatisfactory and complicated to read.
Unlike the original parts and scores, the horn parts are shown in F, and the trumpet in B-flat throughout.
BIZET: Carmen Extracts (reduced orchestration)
2(1dp).1(dc).1.1. / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1or2P 1H / Strings (10')
Overture - Act 1 Prelude - Aragonaise - Intermezzo - Danse Bohème
These movements, drawn from Carmen Suites I and II, have been selected and reworked for small orchestra, making the ideal concert opener. This is the small-orchestra-only version; a full orchestral version with mezzo soprano soloist is also available.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost. Parts for two percussionists (including timpani) are available, and also an alternative distribution for when three players are available.
BRUCH: Double Concerto
1.1(dc).2.1. / 1.1.1.0. / 1T 0P 1H / Strings (17')
Solo Clarinet and Viola
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
DEBUSSY: Ibéria
2(1dp).1(dc).1.1. / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H 1Pno / Strings (20')
The second of Debussy's Trois Images for orchestra.
1. Par les rue et par les chemins (In the streets and by-ways)
2. Les parfums de la nuit (The scents of the night)
3. Le matin d'un jour de fête (The morning of carnival day)
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
COMING SOON
DEBUSSY: Pélleas et Mélisande (reduced orchestration)
2(1dp).1(dc).1.1. / 2.1.0.0 / 1TdP 1H / Strings (145')
Soloists
A new reduced orchestration of the full opera, created to closely match the Durand score, and iron-out the many inconsistencies and discrepancies between the Durand parts and Durand score. The visual presentation is also greatly improved.
Available summer 2023
This will also be available in its full original orchestration in Autumn 2022 - please specify when enquiring which version you require.
DELIUS: The Walk to the Paradise Garden
Version A: 1.1(dc).1.1. / 1.0.0.0. / 1T 0P 1H / Strings (10')
Version B: 2.2(1c).2(1db).2. / 2.2.1.1. / 1T 0P 1H / Strings (10')
The famous orchestral interlude from Delius's enormous opera, A Village Romeo and Juliet
Two alternative versions of different sizes. Please specify which version you would like when making your enquiry.
While it is possible to perform both versions with strings of 2.2.2.2.1., the recommended minimum is 4.4.3.3.2.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
DELIUS: A Village Romeo and Juliet
1(dp*).1(dc*).1(db).1. / 1.0.0.0. / 1TdP 0P 1H 1Org / Strings (92')
* Flute and Oboe double on Handbells for one short section.
Soprano, Vrenchen
Soprano, Wild Girl
Soprano, Young Vrenchen
Treble, Young Sali
Tenor, Sali
Baritone, The Dark Fiddler
Bass-bairtone, Manz
Bass-baritone, Marti
SATB Chorus, including further step-out solos
While the original score for the opera calls for more than a hundred instruments, this orchestration reduces it down to around 24 players, keeping all of the luxuriant colour of the original. While it is logistically possible to perform this reduced orchestration with strings of 2.2.2.2.1., the recommended minimum is 4.4.3.3.2.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
Please note: this work is available for hire only.
ELGAR: Salut d'amour
1.1.2.1. / 1.0.0.0. / 0T 0P 1H(opt) / Strings (6')
Elgar's charming miniature is an ideal concert opener, and one of his most beautiful melodies.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
FAURÉ: Pavane
Version A: 1.1.1.1. / 2.0.0.0. / 0T 0P 0H / Strings (7')
Version B: 2.1.2.1. / 2.1.0.0. / 0T 0P 0H / Strings (7')
Version C: 2.1.2.1. / 0.0.0.0. / 0T 0P 0H 1ASax 1Euph / Strings (7')
Three alternative versions of Fauré's enchanting and understated work: Version A is the smallest using single woodwinds and a pair of horns, with Versions B and C adding further colours and catering to a mixed ensemble. Please specify which version you would like when making your enquiry.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
GERSHWIN: Cuban Overture (reduced orchestration)
1.1.1.1. / 1.2.2.0. / 1T 2P 1H 1Pno 1Asax / Strings (10')
One of Gershwin's final works, this bold orchestral rumba conjures the heat of the tropics, while displaying highly cultivated compositional panache.
The parts and scores include professional bowings.
Also available in its full original orchestration - when making your enquiry, please be sure to specify which you require.
LIADOV: The Enchanted Lake
2.1(c).1.1. / 2.0.0.0. / 1T 0P 1H 1Cel(or Glock) / Strings (8')
The printed parts and scores include professional bowings.
OFFENBACH: The Cancan from Orpheus in the Underworld
1(p).1.2.1. / 2.2.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 0H 1Pno / Strings (2')
This raucous cancan makes a perfect encore, or a well-loved number in a family concert.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
COMING SOON
RACHMANINOV: Aleko (reduced orchestration)
1(dp).1(dc).2(1db).1. / 1.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H / Strings (55')
Soloists, SATB Chorus
Coming in 2023: Rachmaninov's youthful opera 'Aleko'.
Aleko's Cavatina also available separately.
Please note: a new print setting of the full original scoring will also be available: please specify which you require when making your enquiry
RACHMANINOV: 'Cello Concerto'
1(dp).1(dc).2(1db).1(dc). / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H / Strings (31')
Solo Cello
An orchestration by Lee Reynolds of the Cello Sonata Op. 19
The third movement is also available separately
The parts and scores include professional bowings.
RACHMANINOV: Six Songs
1.1(dc).2(1db).1. / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H / Strings (13')
Mezzo-Soprano
1. Ne poy, krasavitsa pri mne Op. 4 No. 4 (F# minor)
2. Zdes' khorosho Op. 21 No. 7 (Gb major)
3. Ja zhdu tebja! Op. 14 No. 1 (D major)
4. V molchani nochi tajnoj Op. 4 No. 3 (B major)
5. Son Op. 8 No. 5 (C major)
6. Vesennije vody Op. 14 No. 11 (C major)
Songs available separately or as a set
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost. The score contains a phonetic transliteration of the Russian texts, and an English syllabic translation.
RAVEL: Bolero
2(1dp1da).1(dc).2(1dAsax1dTsax).1. / 2.1(optdp).1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H 1Pno(dCel) / Strings (15')
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
RAVEL: L'Enfant et les sortilèges
1(1dp).1(dc).2(1dEb1db).1(dc). / 1.1.1.0. / 1TdP 0P 1H 1Pno(dCel) / Strings (min. 4.4.3.3.2.) (45')
Soloists, SATB Chorus, Children's Chorus
Ravel's mischievous and fantastical one-act opera. First performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and VOPERA.
The parts and scores contain no bowings, but professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
Please note: this work is available for hire only
Lee Reynolds has worked wonders to preserve the colours of Ravel's score in his reduced orchestration.
- Alexandra Coghlan, The Spectator Nov 2020
Musically it's first rate. Reynolds' downscaled orchestration preserves the clarity and glitter to the score... and the LPO delivers it superbly.
- Andrew Clements, The Guardian Nov 2020
COMING SOON
RAVEL: L'Heure espagnole
1(1dp).1(dc).2(1db).1(dc). / 1.1.1.0. / 1TdP 0P 1H 1Cel / Strings (min. 4.4.4.3.2.) (50')
Coming in 2023, Ravel's charming opéra-bouffe.
COMING SOON
RAVEL: La valse
1(1dp).1(dc).2(1db).1(dc). / 1.1.1.0. / 1T 1P 1H / Strings (min. 4.4.4.3.2.) (13')
Coming in 2023, Ravel's dazzling Viennese orchestral showpiece.
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Capriccio Espagnol
2(1dp).1(dc).1.1. / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H 1Pno / Strings (15')
1. Alborada
2. Variazioni
3. Alborada (reprise)
4. Scena e canto gitano
5. Fandango asturiano
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Scheherazade
2(2dp).1(dc).1.1. / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H 1Org(opt) / Strings (43')
1. The Sea and Sinbad's Ship
2. The Story of the Kalender Prince
3. The Young Prince and the Young Princess
4. The Festival of Baghdad
The movements are also available separately.
The parts and scores include professional bowings.
SAINT-SAËNS: Danse Macabre
2(1dp).1.2.1. / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1H / Strings (7')
The solo violin is incorporated into the section violin part, in order that it can be played by the concertmaster from the same part as everyone else, saving the trouble of a separate stand and part for the soloist.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
SAINT-SAËNS: Cello Concerto No 1
2.1.2.1. / 1.1.0.0. / 1T / Strings / Solo Cello (20')
Commissioned by the Philharmonia Orchestra; first performed by Sheku Kanneh-Mason & John Wilson
R. STRAUSS: Orchestral Lieder
1.1(dc).2(1db).1. / 1.1.1.0. / 1T 0P 1H / Strings (16')
In keys suitable for tenor or soprano. Other transpositions available on request. Available as a set or individually.
- Ruhe, meine Seele (Op. 27 No. 1) (C major)
- Cäcilie (Op. 27 No. 2) (E major)
- Morgen! (Op. 27 No. 4) (G major)
- Befreit (Op. 39 No. 4) (E minor)
TCHAIKOVSKY: Symphony No 6 (Pathétique)
1(dp).1.2(1db).1. / 2.1.1.0. / 1TdP 1P 1Org(opt) / Strings (47')
The parts and scores include professional bowings.
Premiered at the Brighton Festival 2015.
TCHAIKOVSKY: Eugene Onegin (abridged)
1.0.1(db).0. / 1.0.0.0. / 0T 0P 0H / 1.0.1.2.1. (90')
Soprano, Tatiana
Mezzo, Olga
Mezzo, Larina
Contralto, Filippyevna
Tenor, Lensky
Baritone, Onegin
Bass-Baritone, Gremin
Optional onstage violinist
NB No Chorus
Commissioned for the Netherlands Touring Opera production in Autumn 2019, this Pocket Opera condenses the most powerful moments of Eugene Onegin into a 90-minute performance for seven singers and eight (or nine) players. The parts and scores include professional bowings. In the original production, an onstage violinist was used, but the instrumental parts include cues to cover the material for productions where an onstage player is not used.
A list of cuts, transitions, and which parts of the original opera are included in this reduction is available on request.
The score includes the original Russian in Cyrillic text, and a syllabic English translation
TCHAIKOVSKY: 1812 Festival Overture (reduced orchestration)
1.1.2(1db).1. / 2.1.1.1. / 1TdP 1P / Strings (15')
The parts and scores include professional bowings.
Also available in full orchestration
TRAD: God Save the Queen (UK National Anthem)
1.1.1.0. / 1.2.1(b).0. / 1T 0P / Strings (1')
Can be performed by strings only if required
VERDI: Don Carlo: March from Act 3
2.2.2.2. / 4.2.0.0. / 1T 0P / Strings (2')
The parts and scores include professional bowings.
Commissioned by Glyndebourne and the LPO.
WAGNER: Götterdämmerung Fantasy
2(1dp).2(1dc1optdc).2(1db).2(1dc). / 2.2.0.0. / 1TdP 0P 1H / Strings (40')
An orchestral fantasy, comprising:
1. Prelude
2. Dawn and Siegfried's Rhine Journey
3. Act 1 Interlude
4. Hagen's Call
5. Rhinemaidens' Song
6. The Death of Siegfried
7. Siegfried's Funeral Music
8. Immolation Scene
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
First performance: Southbank Sinfonia, April 2021
WAGNER: Prelude und Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde
1(dp).1(dc).2(1db).1. / 2.0.0.0. / 1T 0P 1H 1ChOrg / Strings (17')
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.
WAGNER: Wesendonck Lieder
1.1.1.1. / 1.0.0.0. / 1T(opt) 0P 0H / Strings (20')
Mezzo-Soprano
1. Der Engel
2. Stehe still!
3. Im Treibhaus
4. Schmerzen
5. Träume
Songs are available separately and as a set.
Performed at Royal Opera House, Linbury Theatre.
The parts and scores include no bowings, however professional bowing masters are available on request at no extra cost.