Salome's Dance of Seven Veils
- 12 Jan 2026
- A virtuosic duet for two pianos
- Ideal for recitals and competitions
- Suitable for advanced pianists
- Published by Schott Music
Salome’s Dance of Seven Veils, the famous orchestral dance from Richard Strauss’ opera Salome, has been newly arranged for two pianos by Marco De Prosperis. The arrangement captures the drama, intensity, and colour of the original orchestration, translating the musical dialogue between orchestral sections into a dynamic exchange between two pianists.
Percussion rhythms are shared between the instruments and played with dry, precise attacks, while careful use of dynamics and pedal markings ensures clarity in the layered textures. Virtuosic passages and expressive gestures allow performers to convey the full emotional range of the music, from subtle tension to thrilling climaxes.
Ideal for concert duos, this arrangement offers a challenging and effective addition to the two-piano duet repertoire, providing both an engaging performance piece and a rich study in texture, rhythm, and expression.
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ISMN: 979-0-001-22243-3
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