Stravinsky, Igor. (1882–1971)

Jeu de Cartes. Ballet en 3 Donnes.

Mainz: B. Schott's Sohne. 1937. First edition. 45 pp. Upright small folio [31 cm]. PN BSS 34890. "Les mouvements scéniques réalisés par l'auteur en collaboration avec M. Malaïeff." The cover with a design by Théodore Strawinsky. First edition of the arrangement for piano. de Lerma p. 16. Ex-library, score and original front wrapper in crimson library binding, usual stamps and plates etc, some markings in pencil, else fine.



The ballet in three acts was composed in 1936–37, with the story by the composer in collaboration with M. Malaieff and choreography by George Balanchine. The ballet was premiered by the American Ballet at the Metropolitan Opera House, New York City, on April 27, 1937, with the composer conducting. (9805)
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