Also sprach Zarathustra — Orchestral Sheet Music
Richard Strauss’s immortal Sunrise fanfare, arranged for full symphony orchestra by Paul Lorenz — the concert opener that commands every room
The moment Richard Strauss wrote the first three notes of Also sprach Zarathustra, he could not have known that seventy years later, Stanley Kubrick would use those notes to announce the birth of human consciousness — and that every orchestra that plays them since would be playing that announcement too. This professional orchestral sheet music arrangement brings that iconic Sunrise fanfare to your ensemble with the engraving quality and performance-readiness it deserves: MOLA-compliant staff sizes, optimised page turns, and every part extracted and proofread for the stand.
Every conductor who has programmed Also sprach Zarathustra as a concert opener knows the problem: IMSLP scans are inconsistent, traditional rental fees start at €150 per performance, and the opening fanfare — ninety seconds that an audience has been waiting their entire lives to hear live — deserves something better than a photocopy. This arrangement is a single purchase, covers unlimited performances, and delivers to your inbox within minutes of payment. Download the parts, distribute, and perform.
The Complete Professional Edition
Full Orchestra
€19.90
The complete performance package for the iconic 2001: A Space Odyssey opening theme. Conductor score and all orchestral parts, ready for the stand, ready for performance — one purchase, unlimited performances, no return obligation.
- Conductor Score (A3 format, 600 DPI PDF)
- Violin I Parts
- Violin II Parts
- Viola Parts
- Cello Parts
- Double Bass Parts
- Flute Parts
- Oboe Parts
- Clarinet Parts
- Bassoon Parts
- Horn Parts
- Trumpet Parts
- Trombone Parts
- Timpani & Percussion Parts
- Performance Licence (print parts for your ensemble)
- Instant PDF Download
Crafted for the Podium
- Concert-Ready Score: MOLA-standard 8.5mm staff sizes and 600 DPI resolution — legible from the conductor’s stand and on an iPad with forScore.
- Complete Orchestral Package: Every part included in one download. No assembly, no missing pages, no surprises at rehearsal.
- Instant Digital Delivery: Purchase and distribute parts to your orchestra within minutes — no rental application, no waiting, no return logistics.
- Licensed for Performance: One purchase covers unlimited ensemble performances. Print as many copies as your orchestra needs.
- The Iconic Sunrise Fanfare: Arranged specifically as a self-contained concert opener — the exact 90-second passage that defines the opening of 2001: A Space Odyssey.
- Bespoke Customisation: Missing an instrument in your ensemble? Paul Lorenz will arrange a substitute part or adapt the instrumentation to your specific roster.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the download?
A complete performance package: the full conductor’s score in A3 format plus all individual orchestral parts — strings (Violin I/II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass), woodwinds (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon), brass (Horns, Trumpets, Trombones, Tuba), and Timpani & Percussion — all as high-resolution 600 DPI PDFs optimised for print and tablet use. Everything your orchestra needs, in one download.
What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?
Grade 5–6, Professional to Advanced. This arrangement requires experienced section leaders and a conductor comfortable with late-Romantic orchestral writing. The writing adheres closely to Strauss’s original demands. For ensembles requiring a simplified version, Paul Lorenz Music can provide a bespoke adaptation on request.
Is a performance licence included?
Yes. Your purchase includes a performance licence covering your ensemble — you may print parts for every musician and perform the arrangement unlimited times. No additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting is required for the arrangement itself. Standard venue licensing applies for ticketed events as usual.
Can the arrangement be customised for my ensemble?
Absolutely. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customisation — a capability unique in the professional sheet music market. Whether you need a substitute part for a missing instrument, a transposition, or a full re-orchestration for a non-standard ensemble, we can tailor this arrangement to your exact requirements. Contact us directly to discuss your needs.
Does this include the full tone poem or just the opening fanfare?
This arrangement is specifically designed around the iconic opening Sunrise fanfare — the approximately 90-second passage made famous by Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey. It is arranged as a self-contained concert opener, not the complete 33-minute tone poem. If you require the full work, contact us to discuss a bespoke commission.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of our products, we cannot offer refunds once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
