Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912) composed FOUR CHARACTERISTIC WALTZES, Op. 22 in 1899. Full of wonderful orchestral colors and rhythmic vitality, each of the four waltzes showcases varied scenes. Movements: 1. Valse bohemienne (evokes the spirited freedom of Bohemian life); 2. Valse rustique (offers a pastoral charm, reminiscent of rustic dances); 3. Valse de la Reine (exudes regal elegance, reflecting its title); 4. Valse mauresque (incorporates exotic motifs, reflecting Coleridge-Taylor's interest in diverse musical cultures). Instrumentation: 2+1(Picc).2.2.2: 4.2.3.1: Timp.Perc(2-3): Str (9-8-7-6-5 in set). Reprint edition.