By Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky / ed. Maurice Hinson
This collection includes eight movements chosen and arranged for piano solo by Tchaikovsky himself in 1891, adapted from his orchestral ballet. To assist pianists in creating a memorable performance, editorial notes are offered by Dr. Hinson and the story of The Nutcracker is provided as an introduction.
Contents:
| Title | Composer |
| Arab Dance [Op. 71a, No. 5] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |
| Chinese Dance [Op. 71a, No. 6] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |
| Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy [Op. 71a, No. 3] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |
| Dance of the Reed Flutes [Op. 71a, No. 7] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |
| March [Op. 71a, No. 2] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |
| Miniature Overture [Op. 71a, No. 1] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |
| Russian Dance, "Trépak" [Op. 71a, No. 4] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |
| Waltz of the Flowers [Op. 71a, No. 8] | Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (composer) |