March of a Marionette for Bassoon and Piano

From the Publisher

Charles Gounod’s March of a Marionette is a popular piece composed in 1872. It is a mock funeral march with a jaunty and light-hearted tune and inappropriate rhythms which create a humorous and carefree characteror mood. It was adopted by film director Alfred Hitchcock in the 1950s as a theme for his television programme and as such is now closely associated with him.

This version is for Bassoon with Piano accompaniment,arranged by Harold Walters.

Approved Exam Music

Recommended for the following exam grade(s):

ABRSM Bassoon (from 2022)
Grades: 4

Item Details

Instrumentation

• Part 1: Bassoon
• Part 2: Piano