Brahms Hungarian Dance #5
In 1869, Brahms wrote a set of 21 dances based on Hungarian themes. He originally wrote these for piano four hands, but several composers have arranged them for full orchestra. The Hungarian Dance #5 featured here is the most familiar of Brahms' dances. Brahms thought it was a traditional folk song, but it was actually a csardas written by Bela Keler. In fact, only 3 of the 21 dances are entirely original compositions; the rest are either adaptations of traditional Hungarian tunes or were "borrowed" from contemporary composers (without permission).
This composition can be played by 19 different combinations of instruments.
A few notes on the parts and instruments:
- The standard ("std") parts are the original parts and are designed to be played together.
- The alternate "a" parts, if present, are raised one octave (8va) and can be substituted for a standard part to accommodate the higher instruments listed. They should work as long as they are above the other parts.
- The alternate "b" parts, if present, are lowered one octave (8vb) and can be substituted for a standard part to accommodate the lower instruments listed. They should work as long as they are below the other parts.
- For example, using parts 1, 2, and 3 together is definitely ok. Using parts 1a, 2, and 3b together is probably ok. Using parts 1b, 2, and 3a together might not work well.
- Part ranges are listed in concert key, where C4 is middle C.
When you purchase this composition, you will be taken to PayPal to submit your payment. As soon as you pay, you will be able to download all the PDF files immediately. You will have access to every part for each available instrument, in the proper key and clef. You will also get a complete score (in most cases, we include four separate scores with all parts transposed to C, Bb, Eb, and F).
You don't have to purchase each part separately; one single payment covers all the parts you need for the instruments in your ensemble.
We have 3 versions of this composition. Click on the version name to jump to the different versions. Note that each version is purchased separately.
Version v01
Buy Version v01 ($4.99)This version is for string duet.
Composition: Brahms Hungarian Dance #5
Version: v01
Instrumentation: Duet
Duration: 3 minutes
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $4.99
| Brahms Hungarian Dance #5, Version v01 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Part | Range | Available Instruments |
| Score | Full Score in C, Bb, Eb, and F | |
| Part 1 (std) | G3 - G6 | Violin |
| Part 2 (std) | D2 - G4 | Cello |
Version v02
Buy Version v02 ($4.99)This version is for string duet plus bass line.
Live recording available
Composition: Brahms Hungarian Dance #5
Version: v02
Instrumentation: Trio
Duration: 3 minutes
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $4.99
| Brahms Hungarian Dance #5, Version v02 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Part | Range | Available Instruments |
| Score | Full Score in C, Bb, Eb, and F | |
| Part 1 (std) | G3 - G6 | Violin |
| Part 2 (std) | D2 - G4 | Cello |
| Part 3 (std) | C2 - D3 | Contra-Alto/Contrabass Clarinet, Bass Saxophone, Bassoon, Contrabassoon, French Horn, Bass Trombone, Tuba, Eb/Bb Sousaphone, Cello, Bass, Electric Bass |
| Part 3b (8vb) | C1 - D2 | Contrabass Clarinet, Contrabassoon, Bb Sousaphone |
Version v03
Buy Version v03 ($4.99)This version is for solo cello or solo viola.
Live recording available
Composition: Brahms Hungarian Dance #5
Version: v03
Instrumentation: Solo
Duration: 3 minutes
Difficulty: Intermediate
Price: $4.99
| Brahms Hungarian Dance #5, Version v03 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Part | Range | Available Instruments |
| Score | Full Score in C, Bb, Eb, and F | |
| Part 1 (std) | D2 - A#4 | Cello |
| Part 1a (8va) | D3 - A#5 | Viola |