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A Midsummer Night's Dream: Incidental Music, Op. 61; No. 9: Wedding March: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works Conductor Score & Parts

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A Midsummer Night's Dream: Incidental Music, Op. 61; No. 9: Wedding March: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works Conductor Score & Parts

A Midsummer Night's Dream: Incidental Music, Op. 61; No. 9: Wedding March: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works Conductor Score & Parts

By Felix Mendelssohn

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Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) wrote music for William Shakespeare's play A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM on two separate occasions. He first wrote the concert overture in E Major, Op. 21 in 1826 at the age of seventeen for no other reason than the love that he and his siblings had for Shakespeare's stage works. He wrote the incidental music, Op. 61 (likely the best-known incidental music in the repertoire) in 1842 as a commission from King Frederick William IV of Prussia. In creating the complete later version, the composer incorporated the original overture, Op. 21 as the overture for the incidental music and the first of the 14 numbers. Starting with what must be four of the most evocative and memorable chords in music, the work also is the origin of this excerpted Wedding March (No. 9) used in so many ceremonies today, commonly referred to as "Here Comes the Bride." The work was premiered in Potsdam, Germany on October 14, 1843 by the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, conducted by the composer. Instrumentation: 2.2.2.2: 2.3.3.1: Timp: Perc(1): Str (9-8-7-6-5 in set).

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Series: Kalmus Orchestra Library
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
UPC: 735816432218
SKU: 36-A171302
Instrumentation: Full Orchestra, Ensemble Works

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About the Composer: Felix Mendelssohn

Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) was a Romantic composer whose gift for orchestral color and dramatic narrative shaped concert music for generations. His deep engagement with literature, especially Shakespeare, drove much of his most celebrated work. Mendelssohn's ability to capture the essence of a text through instrumental music—conjuring atmosphere, character, and emotion without words—made him one of the nineteenth century's most influential symphonic writers.

Why we love this

This excerpt stands on its own as one of the most recognizable melodies in orchestral literature, yet it retains the sophisticated orchestration and harmonic language of the complete score. Programming it gives you immediate audience connection while allowing your orchestra to demonstrate elegant phrasing and balanced orchestration. The Wedding March is also a rare repertoire choice that doesn't feel thin or over-familiar when performed well.

What to expect

A processional of genuine joy and elegant celebration, with clear melodic lines that sing over gently rocking harmonic support. The orchestration sparkles with light without becoming precious; it feels ceremonial and grand yet maintains an intimate warmth that explains why this march has endured for nearly two centuries.

Who it's for

Orchestras and wind ensembles with intermediate to advanced skill levels seeking substantial repertoire that connects with audiences. This works equally well for community orchestras, youth symphonies, and university ensembles looking to program something immediately engaging alongside more complex works.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the melody line across woodwinds and strings so it projects clearly without drowning the lighter accompaniment figures.
  • Maintain steady forward motion through the section; this march should feel processional but never sluggish.
  • Shape the dynamics broadly through full phrases rather than pulling back at every rest or harmonic shift.
  • Coordinate the percussion entries carefully with the conductor's beat so timpani and triangle lock rhythmically without rushing ahead.

How to use it

Pair this with other Mendelssohn works for a thematic concert, or use it as an accessible centerpiece in a program balancing contemporary and standard repertoire. It also works beautifully as an opener or closer for a pops concert, and it's substantial enough to anchor a wedding or special occasion concert without feeling like filler.

Skills your students will build

  • Balancing independent melodic lines across multiple orchestral sections
  • Sustaining ensemble sound through simple harmonic progressions without dragging tempo
  • Executing clean entrances in tutti passages with full orchestra
  • Shaping long phrases with consistent tone color and dynamic continuity

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