Richard Blackford : ArrangementCarnival of the Animals (2014)For Symphony Orchestra (no pianos)Music by Camille Saint-SaënsDuration: c. 22 minutesFormat: 128-page A4 perfect bound study scoreScore and...

Richard Blackford : ArrangementCarnival of the Animals (2014)For Symphony Orchestra (no pianos)Music by Camille Saint-SaënsDuration: c. 22 minutesFormat: 128-page A4 perfect bound study scoreScore and parts available on hireAvailable on CD, NI6274“Saint-Saëns’ brilliant original score is given whole new persona in Richard Blackford's subtle and colourful makeover for classical symphony orchestra. The essence of the original music is maintained, but the fresh new orchestral garb gives a new and intriguing perspective on the animals pictured within. An old friend one hasn't seen for a number of years suddenly appears from around the corner...” Martyn Brabbins