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Peer Gynt Suite Nr. 2 op. 55 (Double Bass Part): Bass Part

Peer Gynt Suite Nr. 2 op. 55 (Double Bass Part): Bass Part

By Edvard Grieg

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Peer Gynt Suite No. 2, Op. 55, is the incidental music to Henrik Ibsen's play Peer Gynt, written by Norwegian Romantic composer, Edvard Grieg. This publication comprises the double bass part only.

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Series: Edition Peters
Publisher: Edition Peters
Page Count: 8
ISBN10: 0-01401-228-1
ISBN13: 979-0-01401-228-1
UPC: 0
SKU: 98-EP2662-CB

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About the Composer: Edvard Grieg

Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) stands as the defining voice of Norwegian Romantic music. His gift for melody and harmonic color set him apart from his European contemporaries, and his ability to draw from Norwegian folk traditions while speaking a thoroughly modern musical language made him a model for nationalist composers across the continent.

Greig's orchestral works, particularly his suites and concertos, remain staples of the concert repertoire. The Peer Gynt suites, drawn from his incidental music to Henrik Ibsen's play, showcase his mastery of orchestral color and his skill at writing memorable, accessible music that never sacrifices sophistication. These works are essential listening for string players seeking to understand how a master orchestrator voices an ensemble.

Why we love this

Grieg's orchestration is transparent and grateful for every section, and the double bass line in Peer Gynt Suite No. 2 reflects this. The part sits in a singable range, provides essential harmonic anchor without overwhelming technical demands, and gives bass players moments of genuine musical profile rather than relegating them to pure support. This is repertoire that respects the section while teaching orchestral cohesion.

What to expect

Grieg's music pulses with lyrical warmth and Nordic character. The Peer Gynt Suite No. 2 moves between intimate pastoral moments and more dance-like episodes, with the bass part weaving through shifts in harmony and color that make the playing feel purposeful and musical rather than purely technical.

Who it's for

String orchestra directors programming standard classical repertoire will find this an ideal choice for intermediate to advanced ensembles. Double bass players benefit from seeing how a major composer writes the bass line as an integral voice rather than a utility part.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance your tone against the cello and viola lines; your role is to support the harmonic foundation without masking the inner voices Grieg has carefully scored.
  • Watch the conductor closely during key changes and modal shifts, which Grieg uses frequently for color rather than dramatic tension.
  • Shape longer notes with subtle dynamic weight to maintain momentum without forcing; Grieg's phrasing often moves in long, lyrical arcs.
  • Coordinate with the cello on shared rhythmic figures to ensure the bass line speaks clearly without sounding rhythmically rigid.

How to use it

This suite works beautifully on a concert pairing Norwegian or Scandinavian works with other Romantic repertoire, or as part of a "composers on stage" program that features story or literary connections. The 8-page double bass part sits comfortably on a program of standard orchestral works where string tone and balance are priorities.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading in multiple keys and navigating key changes fluidly
  • Balancing harmonic support with forward-moving line playing
  • Listening to and coordinating with cello on shared material
  • Sustaining tone quality across longer note values
  • Understanding Romantic-era orchestration and doubling conventions

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