Bizet - Nocturne from Carmen Suite 2 , arr. Marc Oliver for Concert Band

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The Nocturne from Bizet’s Carmen Suite No. 2 is one of the opera’s most intimate and poetic orchestral moments — a hushed, luminous piece of extraordinary tenderness that stands in beautiful contrast to the drama and fire that surround it. Where much of Carmen blazes with Mediterranean heat, the Nocturne offers something rarer: a moment of stillness and lyrical beauty that lingers long after the music ends. This edition, arranged by Marc Oliver, brings this exquisite excerpt to the concert band in a performance-ready score of exceptional sensitivity and clarity.

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 reflective programs, operatic-themed concerts, and concert interludes

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 of the Romantic era whose gift for melody, dramatic instinct, and orchestral color placed him among the most naturally gifted composers of his generation. Carmen, premiered at the Opéra-Comique in Paris in March 1875, became one of the most performed operas in the world. The Nocturne, drawn from Carmen Suite No. 2, is among its most quietly beautiful and frequently excerpted moments.

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.