Arthur Bliss: Melee Fantasque

Melee Fantasque
Arthur Bliss: Checkmate

I. Prologue - The Players: Moderato maestoso

II. Dance of the Red Pawns: Allegro spirito scherzando

III. Dance of the Four Knights: Allegro moderato sempre robustamente

IV. Entry of the Black Queen: L’istesso tempo

V. The Red Knight’s Mazurka: Moderato giojosamente

VI. Ceremony of the Red Bishops: Largamente (misticamente)

VII. Entry of the Red Castles: Allegro molto deciso

VIII. Entry of the Red King and Queen: Grave

XI. The Attack: Allegro impetuoso e brillante

X. The Duel: Maestoso moderato e molto appassionato

X. The Black Queen Dances: Allegro dispettoso

XII. Finale - Checkmate: Andante poco sostenuto - Allegro vivace e feroce