Bizet - Entr'acte to Act III of Carmen , arr. Marc Oliver for Concert Band
Bizet - Entr'acte to Act III of Carmen , arr. Marc Oliver for Concert Band
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The Entr'acte to Act III of Carmen is one of Bizet's most hauntingly beautiful orchestral miniatures — a flute-led pastoral that floats above the drama like a mountain breeze before the opera's tragic final act. Tender, luminous, and deeply expressive, it offers concert bands a rare gem of operatic writing in an intimate, chamber-like texture. This custom engraving by Marc Oliver translates Bizet's delicate scoring into an idiomatic and performance-ready concert band edition.
About This Arrangement
- Arranged by Marc Oliver for concert band
- Engraved to professional performance standards
- Clean, readable notation optimized for print and on-screen use
- Ideal for concert programs, opera-themed events, and wind ensemble repertoire
- Suitable for advanced high school, collegiate, and professional ensembles
What You'll Receive
- Full conductor score (PDF)
- Individual band parts (PDF)
- Instant digital download — delivered immediately after purchase
- High-resolution print-ready file
- Unlimited personal printing rights
About Georges Bizet
Georges Bizet (1838–1875) was a French composer whose opera Carmen (1875) remains one of the most performed works in the operatic canon. The Entr'acte to Act III — with its iconic flute solo — is among the opera's most beloved and frequently excerpted passages, prized for its serene beauty and emotional depth.
About the Arranger
Marc Oliver (1952–2017) was the primary arranger and engraver behind Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings during its founding, bringing decades of expertise in brass, band, and ensemble writing to every score. His arrangements are known for their idiomatic clarity, professional engraving quality, and deep respect for the performance traditions of the American concert band.This is a digital product. No physical materials will be shipped. For personal and educational use only — not for resale or redistribution.