Hal Leonard Three Mermaid Songs (from Rusalka)
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Summary of This Score
Three Mermaid Songs (from Rusalka) offers a choral adaptation of pages inspired by the poetic universe of Rusalka, a major work by Antonín Dvořák with a libretto by Jaroslav Kvapil. These "mermaid songs" unfold a dreamy and narrative atmosphere, where the vocal lines emphasize legato, fluid phrasing, and expressive nuances-qualities particularly effective for a female choir.
Designed for an SSA ensemble, this score focuses on balance among sections, intonation precision, and blend of timbres. It lends itself both to musicality work (breathing, support, phrase shaping) and to developing a sensitive interpretation, with special attention to dynamics and line shaping. An excellent choice to develop ensemble cohesion while offering a characterful piece for the stage.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Antonín Dvořák_Jaroslav Kvapil | Collection | Mark Foster |
| Artist | Ryan Kelly | Genre | Secular |
| Publisher | Mark Foster Music | Pages | 40 |
| Instrumentation | SSA | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the instrumentation of Three Mermaid Songs (from Rusalka)?
The composition is written for a female SSA choir, with two soprano sections and one alto section.
How many pages does this choral score contain?
This Mark Foster Music edition has 40 pages.
Which composers are credited for this work?
The music is attributed to Antonín Dvořák, with a libretto by Jaroslav Kvapil. The arrangement is associated with Ryan Kelly. It is inspired by the world of the opera Rusalka.
Is this score suitable for legato practice in a female choir?
The vocal lines emphasize legato, smooth phrasing, and expressive dynamics. The work focuses notably on breathing, support, and phrase shaping.
What is the musical style of Three Mermaid Songs?
The collection belongs to the classical and secular genre, in a dreamy atmosphere derived from Rusalka.
