Orchestral Menagerie

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "Flight of the Bumblebee" stands as one of the most recognizable and beloved orchestral interludes in the classical repertoire. Originally composed as part of his opera "The Tale of Tsar Saltan," this brief yet intricate orchestral piece has transcended its operatic origins to become a standalone concert favorite. "Flight of the Bumblebee" is a musical portrayal of the incessant buzzing and darting flight of a bumblebee...