Authors Mara Plotkin and Steven D. Hartman have performed ballets extensively in the U.S. and around the world and Mr. Hartman is the principal clarinetist of the New York City Ballet Orchestra. They bring all of their years of experience to this volume, containing excerpts from Tchaikovsky’s three beloved ballets: Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, and The Nutcracker. Get their expert insights on how to interpret each excerpt musically, how to approach each excerpt's unique technical challenges, and any other special performance considerations.