The Moldau

A prime example of programme music Smetana's tone poem 'The Moldau' (Vltava) is a tribute to his native Bohemia and a description of the course of the river from its source to its confluence with the river Elbe. With explanatory texts and fully coloured illustrations, the edition is aimed at young and adult pianists. The easily playable arrangements and original pieces provide an ideal introduction to this work. History of the Work: The Moldau - Biography: Bedrich (Frederick) Smetana - The Source of the Moldau - Hunting in the Forest - A Country Wedding - Elves Dance in the Moonlight - The Rapids of St Johann - The River Flows Wide - A Vision of Vysehrad