THE LITTLE MERMAID
for narrator and chamber ensemble / orchestra
An Enchanting Musical Tale for Family Concerts
The Little Mermaid (2006) by Lior Navok is a 36-minute musical tale for narrator and chamber ensemble, based on the original Hans Christian Andersen story. Scored for actress, flute/piccolo, clarinet, percussion, two pianos, and string quintet, the work blends contemporary musical language with timeless storytelling. Navok’s libretto follows the mermaid’s journey from the deep sea to the human world, her love for the prince, and her ultimate transformation into a benevolent fairy. Ideal for family concerts and theatrical presentations, the piece offers a vivid and enchanting addition to the modern narrative‑music repertoire and the global catalog for The Little Mermaid .
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About the Music
The Little Mermaid is a 36‑minute musical tale for actress and ensemble, composed in 2006 and based on Hans Christian Andersen’s original story. Written for the Silver‑Garburg Piano Duo and commissioned by Sommerkonzerte (AUDI), the work blends narration, theatrical timing, and expressive musical storytelling to create a family‑concert experience that is both engaging and emotionally rich. Scored in two versions — chamber ensemble or chamber orchestra — the piece shares its instrumentation with Saint‑Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals, allowing for vivid colors, characterful motifs, and a flexible performance setup. The work has been adapted into multiple languages and presented in formats ranging from pure concert performance to shadow theatre, artistic lighting, and full staging, making it a versatile and imaginative addition to family‑concert repertoire.
Specifications
- Duration: 36 minutes
- Year Composed: 2006
- Instrumentation: Actress, Flute/Piccolo, Clarinet, Percussion (1), 2 Pianos, and String Quintet (2 Vln, Vla, Vcl, DB)
- Story By: Hans Christian Andersen
- Libretto: Lior Navok
- Language: English
Product and Rental Information
- Performance Materials: Available for rental. Performers must fill out the Music Rental Form to obtain the full performance scores and parts.
- Study Scores: Available for instant purchase and download.
- Availability: Instant PDF Download (Study Score).
- Return Policy: Digital downloads are not eligible for returns.
- Condition: New
THE LITTLE MERMAID (score in English) [PDF download]
BASIC INFORMATION
Item: Full Score Format: PDF Download Edition: 2nd Edition Copyright: Lior Navok Publisher: Lior Navok Music Pages: 161 Paper Size: DIN A3 / Legder DIGITAL SCORE
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THE STORY
The Story:
The Little Mermaid is one of the most beloved children's stories written by Hans Christian Andersen. It tells the tale of the little mermaid, the young daughter of the sea king, who, at the age of 15, leaves the deep waters to explore the haunting sea surface and saves a prince from drowning when his ship is struck by a storm. She falls in love with the prince but cannot reach him or talk to him. Deeply in love with the prince, she decides to consult the sea-witch, who gives her human legs in exchange for her beautiful voice.
The sea-witch also tells her that if the prince marries another girl, the Little Mermaid will turn into sea foam the day after the wedding. The Little Mermaid agrees.
Able to walk, she finally meets the prince and radiates happiness. The prince, though he likes the Little Mermaid, does not know that she is the one who saved his life from drowning. He plans to marry another girl—a princess. A wedding voyage to a distant kingdom is arranged, and the wedding is set. Desperately in love, the Little Mermaid fears for her life and asks only to return home to her family. Suddenly, her sisters appear above the surface of the water. They offer her a knife and encourage her to kill the prince to save her life. She approaches the sleeping prince but cannot bring herself to kill him. The next morning, she turns into sea foam, yet suddenly feels herself being carried up to the sky to become a fairy. As a benevolent fairy, she watches over the prince from above and protects him. [This is the original story and ending by Hans Christian Andersen, unlike the Disney version.]
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