Peter Ilyich Tchiakovsky The Nutcracker Suite Op. 71a, for the Piano, an Alfred Masterwork Edition

Each volume includes eight movements chosen and arranged for piano solo or 1 piano/4 hands by Tchaikovsky himself in 1891, adapted from his orchestral ballet. To assist pianists in creating a memorable performance, editorial notes are offered by Dr. Hinson and the story of The Nutcracker is provided as an introduction.