Amahl and the Night Visitors (Piano Solo)

Amahl and the Night Visitors. (Piano Solo). By Gian Carlo Menotti (1911-). For Piano. Piano Large Works. SMP Level 4 (Intermediate). 32 pages. G. Schirmer #ED3179. Published by G. Schirmer.

Beautiful selections from this first opera commissioned especially for television, Amahl has become a beloved Christmas offering since its premiere in 1951. The simple tale of a plucky crippled boys encounter with the Magi is told in Don't cry, Mother dear * March of the Kings * Have you seen a Child? * and more. Includes sketches and a synopsis of the story.

About SMP Level 4 (Intermediate)

Introduction of 4-note chords and sixteenth notes. Hand movement covering 2 to 3 octaves.

Song List:

• Don't Cry, Mother Dear  
• March of the Kings 
• This Is My Box  
• Have You Seen A Child  
• Olives and Quinces  
• Shepherd's Dance 
• What To Do With Your Crutch 
• Introduction (Amahl and The Night Visitors)