'The Seasons' - Ballet

Alexander GlazunovOp.67

RomanticKnownsuiteG majorAllegro con brio3/4~20 min
H7
Henle (estimated)
RCM 9ABRSM 8

About this piece

Glazunov's 'The Seasons' Ballet Suite Op. 67 is a large-scale work painting vivid sonic landscapes of the changing year, known for its rich orchestrations and melodic invention. It is musically distinctive for its sweeping Romanticism and masterful depiction of nature's grandeur.

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Teacher notes

Demands stamina, dynamic control, and the ability to project a wide range of colors and textures.

Technical focus

large-chordsspeed-agilitydramatic-contrast

Mood

energeticbrilliantpowerful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'The Seasons' - Ballet (Op.67) by Alexander Glazunov?

'The Seasons' - Ballet (Op.67) is rated Henle level 7 of 9 — late advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grade 8 and above. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 9.

What level do I need to play 'The Seasons' - Ballet?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 7 — meaning you can already play level 6–7 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is 'The Seasons' - Ballet?

A typical performance of 'The Seasons' - Ballet (Op.67) lasts about 20 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'The Seasons' - Ballet?

'The Seasons' - Ballet (Op.67) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.