Bands of America Regional Finalist

Gr. 4-5: Experienced-Advanced         Duration: ca. 8:00

Ballet Métallique is a unique and exciting show that reimagines Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker in a variety of musical styles. The show is sure to appeal to fans and is a great way to experience The Nutcracker in a new and exciting way.

The introduction sets the tone for the show with a mysterious and cinematic sound. The music builds to a crescendo, leading into the first movement.

The first movement, Forged Metal, is a fast-paced and energetic piece that features pop & rock influences. The music is full of driving rhythms and soaring melodies and inspires moves with powerful and aggressive energy.

The second movement, Liquid Metal, is a slower and more atmospheric piece that features EDM and drum and bass influences. The music is full of swirling melodies and pulsing rhythms and inspires moves with a fluid and graceful elegance.

The third movement, Heavy Metal, is a high-energy and exciting piece that features rock & roll and heavy metal influences. The music is full of driving guitars and pounding drums, leading to a raw and mighty conclusion.

• 1. Ballet Métallique (ca. 1:30)
• Ballet Métallique - Daniel Montoya Jr.
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71: Miniature Overture - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 13, Waltz of the Flowers - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 14b, Pas de deux. Variation II “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky 
• 2. Forged Metal (ca. 1:40)
• Ballet Métallique - Daniel Montoya Jr.
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 12d, Divertissement. Trepak, Russian Dance - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 14b, Pas de deux. Variation I “Tarantella” - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 14b, Pas de deux. Variation II “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• 3. Liquid Metal (ca. 2:10)
• Ballet Métallique - Daniel Montoya Jr.
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 12e, Divertissement. Dance of the Reed-Flutes - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 14a, Pas de deux. Andante maestoso - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 14b, Pas de deux. Variation II “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• 4. Heavy Metal (ca. 2:35)
• Ballet Métallique - Daniel Montoya Jr.
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. I, Scene 1: No. 2, March - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 13, Waltz of the Flowers - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act. II: No. 14b, Pas de deux. Variation II “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

INSTRUMENTATION

• Piccolo
• Flute 1/2
• Clarinet 1/2
• Bass Clarinet
• Alto Sax 1/2
• Tenor Sax
• Baritone Sax
• Trumpet 1/2/3
• Horn 1/2
• Trombone 1/2
• Baritone 1/2
• Tuba

Percussion Available Separately:

• Paul Jaso: https://www.onthefieldmusic.com