Sheet Music: Waltz

TitleWaltz
from Swan Lake
Opus numberOp. 20
ComposerPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893)
InstrumentationFlute solo
KeyA major
RangeC#4–Bb6
Time signature3/4
Tempo69 BPM
Performance time7:05
Difficulty levelintermediate
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Date added2011-03-26
Last updated2011-03-26
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Saturday 26 March 2011

Tune of the Day: Swan Lake Waltz

by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, arranged for solo flute

This Waltz is taken from Act I of Tchaikovsky's famous ballet Swan Lake, and is one of the most wonderful musical numbers in the ballet. The piece is mainly in the key of A major, with a central passage in F major. It starts with a descending pizzicato scale in the strings, after which a typical waltz bass is set up. Then, at measure 19, the beautiful main theme makes its entrance.

Thanks to Béatrice for suggesting this piece!

Other Movements from the same Work

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Danse Hongroise Flute solo
Swan Theme Flute solo