Dmitri Schostakowitsch

Lady MacBeth of the Mtsensk District

Dmitri Shostakovich’s "Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk" is undoubtedly one of the most thrilling and dramatic operatic masterpieces of the 20th century. This edition from the renowned Sikorski Musikverlag presents the opera in 4 acts (9 tableaux) in its raw and powerful original 1932 version. The stirring tragedy of passion, isolation, and fateful ambition unfolds its immense emotional depth and striking brilliance even at the keyboard. As an authoritative vocal score (piano reduction), this edition is an indispensable tool for singers, répétiteurs, and conductors in preparation for rehearsals and performances. Discover Shostakovich's groundbreaking composition in its authentic, original expressive power—an essential addition to any serious opera library.