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Piccolo Orchestral Excerpts

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Symphonie Fantastique, Movement 5 – 'Dream of a Witches' Sabbath'

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Composer: Hector Berlioz. The piccolo plays a ghostly melody, simulating the eerie atmosphere of a witches' gathering.

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Stars and Stripes Forever

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Composer: John Philip Sousa. In this patriotic American march, the piccolo has a prominent and recognizable solo that showcases the instrument’s bright quality.

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Shostakovich Symphony No. 6, Movement 3

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Composer: Dmitry Shostakovich. The piccolo has a bravura passage that cuts through the orchestra with agility and intensity.

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Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4, Movement 3 – 'Pizzicato ostinato'

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Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Within this movement, the piccolo’s chirping obbligato over the string pizzicatos is distinctive and playful.

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Ravel's Boléro

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Composer: Maurice Ravel. The piccolo plays one of the variations of the insistent, repeating theme in this orchestral piece known for its gradual crescendo.

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Beethoven Symphony No. 9, Movement 4 – 'Ode to Joy'

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Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven. The piccolo part enhances the full, triumphant sound during the final movement of this choral symphony.

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Dvorak’s Carnival Overture

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Composer: Antonín Dvořák. The piccolo brings a festive and joyful color to this concert overture, which is part of a triptych depicting nature, life, and love.

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Stravinsky's Firebird Suite (1919), 'Infernal Dance'

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Composer: Igor Stravinsky. The piccolo part is challenging, involving fast-tonguing and articulation to represent the chaotic dance of King Kashchei's minions.

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Prokofiev Romeo and Juliet, 'The Montagues and Capulets'

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Composer: Sergei Prokofiev. In this ballet excerpt, the piccolo provides a bright and sharp contrast within the grand, march-like theme that represents the feuding families.

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Mendelssohn's A Midsummer Night's Dream, 'Scherzo'

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Composer: Felix Mendelssohn. The piccolo plays a sparkling and light-hearted obbligato that complements the fairy-like atmosphere of this orchestral piece.

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Rossini's Semiramide Overture

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Composer: Gioachino Rossini. The piccolo part stands out in the high register, adding to the Rossini trademark crescendo and troubadour style.

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Mahler Symphony No. 2, 'Resurrection', Movement 5

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Composer: Gustav Mahler. In the massive finale of this symphony, the piccolo's soaring lines contribute to the transcendent and climactic moments.

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