Dance of the Clowns (Danse des bouffons) is a lively orchestral piece from Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's opera Snegourotchka (The Snow Maiden).
Anthony Galla-Rini has arranged this work for: accordions 1-4 plus a string bass (bass accordion can d
The opera, composed in 1880–1881, is based on a play by Alexander Ostrovsky and tells the story of the Snow Maiden, a mystical figure caught between the worlds of humans and nature.
This dance is a joyful and energetic segment, often performed separately as a concert piece. It features bright orchestration, rhythmic drive, and playful melodies that capture the festive spirit of the scene.
