Rimsky-Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumblebee from the Opera The Tale of Tsar Saltan Originally composed as an interlude for the opera The Tale of Tsar Saltan, this piece accompanies the scene in which the protagonist transforms into a bumblebee and flies to the capital. Today, it’s widely known as a showcase for virtuosic skill, arranged for a variety of instruments—brass, strings, and more.
■Arrangement Details(explanation:Eiji Umeda)
"One of the Most Well-Known Pieces from the Opera The Tale of Tsar Saltan" This piece, composed by Rimsky-Korsakov, is one of his most iconic works. In recent years, it has gained popularity as a showcase for virtuosic skill, especially on solo instruments like the violin, with performances focusing on speed and chromatic technique—often even becoming time-attack challenges! This piece, famously depicting the buzzing of a bumblebee, has been arranged for saxophone quartet with a touch of comical flair.