The Nutcracker for Classical Players for Violin and Piano

The Nutcracker for Classical Players – Violin & Piano

Play 10 of Tchaikovsky's most beloved selections from The Nutcracker with violin and piano! The Nutcracker for Classical Players brings the magic of Tchaikovsky's famous ballet to the violin in detailed arrangements for solo violin with piano accompaniment.

This 64-page collection includes some of the most recognizable music from The Nutcracker, including Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Waltz of the Flowers, March, Russian Dance (Trepak), Dance of the Reed Flutes and more.

Even better, the book includes access to online recordings of the piano accompaniments that can be streamed or downloaded, allowing violinists to practice and perform these famous selections with accompaniment even when a pianist isn't available.

All 10 Nutcracker Selections Included

The complete violin collection includes:

• Arabian Dance (“Coffee”), Op. 71a
• Chinese Dance (“Tea”), Op. 71a
• Dance of the Reed Flutes, Op. 71a
• Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Op. 71a
• March, Op. 71a
• Miniature Overture, Op. 71a
• Pas de deux
• Spanish Dance
• Russian Dance (Trepak)
• Waltz of the Flowers, Op. 71a

Includes Online Piano Accompaniments

You don't always need another musician in the room to enjoy playing these violin and piano arrangements.

The book includes access to online piano accompaniment recordings for each piece. Using the unique code included with the book, the accompaniments can be accessed online and either streamed or downloaded.

The audio uses Hal Leonard's PLAYBACK+ player, which includes useful practice tools such as the ability to:

• Slow down the accompaniment without changing pitch
• Set loop points for focused practice
• Change keys
• Pan the audio left or right
• Stream or download the piano accompaniments

The piano accompaniment recordings in the For Classical Players series were recorded on an acoustic grand piano, giving instrumentalists a musical accompaniment for practice, lessons and performance.

Intermediate Nutcracker Violin Sheet Music

The For Classical Players series features intermediate-level arrangements written in ranges suited to the featured solo instrument.

Rather than presenting simplified melodies alone, the music is edited with dynamics, articulations and phrasing suggestions, making the collection useful for both lessons and performance.

That makes The Nutcracker for Classical Players a particularly appealing choice for developing violinists who want recognizable classical repertoire with more musical substance than a basic holiday play-along book.

Play Tchaikovsky's Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy

Few pieces say The Nutcracker quite like Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. This famous Tchaikovsky selection is included in the collection along with many of the ballet's other instantly recognizable dances.

Violinists can also perform the sweeping Waltz of the Flowers, energetic Russian Dance (Trepak), playful Dance of the Reed Flutes, stately March and atmospheric Arabian Dance (“Coffee”).

Perfect for Christmas Violin Performances

Although The Nutcracker is a ballet rather than a collection of Christmas carols, its music has become inseparable from the holiday season. These arrangements give violinists a refreshing alternative to another program of traditional Christmas songs.

This collection is a great choice for:

• Christmas violin recitals
• Holiday concerts and programs
• Private violin lessons
• Intermediate violin students
• Solo violin performances
• Violin and piano recitals
• School and community performances
• Holiday background music
• Classical musicians looking for seasonal repertoire
• Fans of Tchaikovsky and The Nutcracker

More Than Just a Christmas Violin Book

One of the advantages of The Nutcracker for Classical Players is that the music has value beyond the Christmas season.

These are selections from one of Tchaikovsky's most famous works, giving developing violinists an opportunity to explore familiar classical repertoire while working on musical details such as phrasing, articulation, dynamics and ensemble playing.

A student may first pick up the book for a Christmas recital, but the music can remain useful as classical lesson and performance repertoire throughout the year.

The Nutcracker for Classical Players – Violin Book Details

Title	The Nutcracker for Classical Players
Edition	Violin and Piano
Composer	Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky
Series	For Classical Players
Solo Instrument	Violin
Accompaniment	Piano
Level	Intermediate
Number of Selections	10
Format	Softcover with Online Audio
Online Audio	Piano accompaniments for streaming or download
Pages	64
Publisher	Hal Leonard
Hal Leonard Number	HL 50603506
ISBN	9781540097033
UPC	840126929126
Size	9" × 12"

Frequently Asked Questions

What songs are included in The Nutcracker for Classical Players for violin?

The book includes 10 selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker: Arabian Dance (“Coffee”), Chinese Dance (“Tea”), Dance of the Reed Flutes, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, March, Miniature Overture, Pas de deux, Spanish Dance, Russian Dance (Trepak) and Waltz of the Flowers.

Does The Nutcracker for Classical Players include Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy?

Yes. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy is one of the 10 Tchaikovsky selections arranged for violin and piano in this collection.

Is Waltz of the Flowers included?

Yes. Waltz of the Flowers is included along with many of the other best-known selections from The Nutcracker.

Does the violin book include Russian Dance (Trepak)?

Yes. The energetic Russian Dance (Trepak) is included.

What level is The Nutcracker for Classical Players?

Hal Leonard's For Classical Players series features intermediate-level arrangements. The music includes added dynamics, articulations and phrasing suggestions and is designed for use in lessons or performances.

Does the book include piano accompaniment?

Yes. The music is arranged for solo violin and piano. The book also includes access to online recordings of the piano accompaniments.

Can I practice The Nutcracker violin music without a pianist?

Yes. Online piano accompaniment recordings are included and can be streamed or downloaded, allowing the violinist to practice with accompaniment without requiring a live pianist.

Is this a violin solo book or a violin play-along book?

This edition features detailed arrangements for solo violin with piano accompaniment and includes online recordings of the piano accompaniments. It is part of Hal Leonard's For Classical Players series.

Is this good for a Christmas violin recital?

Yes. The Nutcracker is closely associated with the Christmas season, and the collection includes many of the ballet's most recognizable pieces. It provides an excellent alternative or complement to traditional Christmas carols on a holiday recital.

Are there Nutcracker for Classical Players books for instruments other than violin?

Yes. Hal Leonard also publishes editions of The Nutcracker for Classical Players for other instruments, including cello, flute, clarinet and trumpet.

Bring the Magic of The Nutcracker to Your Violin

From the delicate Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy to the excitement of Russian Dance (Trepak) and the sweeping Waltz of the Flowers, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker contains some of the most recognizable classical music of the Christmas season.

The Nutcracker for Classical Players – Violin and Piano gives intermediate violinists 10 favorite selections, detailed solo arrangements and online piano accompaniments in one collection.

Bring Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker music to your next lesson, recital or holiday performance.