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Tchaikovsky The Nutcracker (arr. M. Knight and S. Cox for brass septet and percussion) (version with narration) Brass instruments are a vital part of the festive fabric of Christmas, and Tchaikovsky's iconic ballet The Nutcracker is made even more joyful with the brassy brilliance of Septura. Narrated by preeminent actor Derek Jacobi, The Nutcracker is set on Christmas Eve, with music both rapturous and fantastical. It tells the story of how young Clara's favorite present, a nutcracker shaped like a little man, turns into a handsome prince at midnight. Septura has been acclaimed by Brass Band World for it's 'stylistic perfection' and 'beautifully portrayed artistry.' Album Tracks 1. 1. Miniature Overture 2. 2. Narration Now, at the Time of This Story 3. 3. Act I March 4. 4. Narration The Children's Joy Knew No Bounds 5. 5. Act I Children's Galop and Entry of the Parents 6. 6. Narration The Christmas Eve Party Having Assembled 7. 7. Act I Dance Allegro 8. 8. Narration Suddenly the Children Both Exclaimed 9. 9. Act I Arrival of Drosselmeyer Andantino 10. 10. Narration The Children Were Reassured 11. 11. Act I Cabbage and PÂTÉ Andantino 12. 12. Narration Drosselmeyer Smiled 13. 13. Act I Drosselmeyer's Gifts Allegro Molto Vivace 14. 14. Narration To Everyone's Delight 15. 15. Act I Doll's Waltz Tempo Di Valse 16. 16. Narration Then Drosselmeyer Wound Up Fritz's Soldier 17. 17. Act I Toy Soldier Presto 18. 18. Narration Clara and Fritz Were Delighted 19. 19. Act I Berceuse Andante 20. 20. Narration Eventually, Unable to Stand This Commotion 21. 21. Act I Grandfather's Dance Tempo Di Grossvater 22. 22. Narration The Evening Wore Away 23. 23. Act I The Moonlit Living Room Allegro Giusto 24. 24. Narration The Clock Struck Midnight 25. 25. Act I The Mice and the Christmas Tree Più Allegr
