Welcome to our Chamber Orchestra Suites Collection
Explore the timeless elegance and captivating charm of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker through our meticulously crafted transcriptions for chamber orchestra. We offer a diverse selection of suites that capture the essence of this beloved ballet, allowing you to experience its magic in a new and intimate setting.
Each work in our collection has been carefully arranged to preserve the intricate details and emotive power of Tchaikovsky’s original score, making them perfect for both professional performances and personal enjoyment. Whether you’re a ballet company or a chamber orchestra, our chamber orchestra works provide an unparalleled way to connect with one of the most iconic works in the ballet repertoire.
Dive into our collection and bring the enchantment of The Nutcracker into your own musical journey.
The Nutcracker Suite for Chamber Orchestra
Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s timeless Nutcracker Suite, expertly transcribed for chamber orchestra by Michael Drapkin. This exquisite 22-minute arrangement captures the essence and beauty of the original composition, offering a delightful and enchanting musical journey.
The Nutcracker Suite, transcribed for chamber orchestra by Michael Drapkin. Score video rendering by Sibelius/NotePerformer. Overture miniature, March, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies, Trepak, Arabian Dance, Chinese Dance, Dance of the Mirlitons, Waltz of the Flowers.
More Nutcracker Suite for Chamber Orchestra
Enjoy the enchanting essence of Act 2 of The Nutcracker Ballet, featuring delightful numbers not included in Tchaikovsky’s original Nutcracker Suite. This beautiful 18-minute chamber orchestra suite has been masterfully transformed by Michael Drapkin.
More Nutcracker Suite, transcribed for chamber orchestra, transcribed by Michael Drapkin. Score video rendering by Sibelius/NotePerformer. The Enchanted Palace of the Land of Sweets, Spanish Dance, Mother Ginger and the Puppets, Pas de Deux, Tarantella, Coda, Final Waltz, Apotheosis.
Waltz of the Snowflakes
Immerse yourself in the enchanting final section of Act 1 from The Nutcracker Ballet, beautifully transcribed for chamber orchestra by Michael Drapkin. This exquisite piece, featuring a captivating chorus, offers a magical six-minute experience that stands alone as a masterful work of art.
Waltz of the Snowflakes, transcribed for chamber orchestra, transcribed by Michael Drapkin. Score video rendering by Sibelius/NotePerformer.
A Fir Forest in Winter
Delight in the enchanting pas de deux from Act 1 of The Nutcracker Ballet, skillfully transcribed for chamber orchestra by Michael Drapkin. This charming 4-minute piece evokes the serene beauty of a winter forest and brings the magic of the ballet to life.
A Fir Forest in Winter, transcribed for chamber orchestra, transcribed by Michael Drapkin. Score video rendering by Sibelius/NotePerformer.
The Nutcracker Ballet on NutcrackerTranscriptions.com captures the essence of Tchaikovsky’s original composition with exceptional detail and clarity, making it a joy for the audience to experience.
Dana Kimble, VP of Artistic Operations, Venice Symphony (Florida)