Annotation

The first and final movements of the suite were composed in 1893 as part of a theatrical spectacle intended for the Colombian Exposition in Chicago. However, Herbert never completed that project, and the central two movements were not composed until 1902.

Annotation last modified on 2016-06-04 12:14 UTC.

Relationships

composer:Victor Herbert (composer) (from 1893 until 1902)
premiered at:[concert] (1903-01-02)
part of:Works of Victor Herbert by opus number (number: op. 35) (order: 6)
Allmusic:https://www.allmusic.com/composition/mc0002454721 [info]
parts:1. Columbus Suite, op. 35: I. Dawn and Sunrise at Alhambra
2. Columbus Suite, op. 35: II. At La Rabida (At the Convent)
3. Columbus Suite, op. 35: III. Murmurs of the Sea
4. Columbus Suite, op. 35: IV. Triumph: The Vision of Columbus