The suite draws from Khachaturian's iconic ballet, Spartacus, presenting four distinct movements. This orchestral suite, composed in 1966, is derived from Aram Khachaturian's renowned 1955 ballet. Suite No. 4 specifically includes four pieces created for the 1956 Leningrad production: 'Bacchante's Melancholy Dance,' 'Night Incident,' 'Tarantella,' and 'Saturnalia.' These movements offer a glimpse into the dramatic and evocative musical landscape of the original ballet.

This study score presents a significant portion of Khachaturian's celebrated ballet music, offering insight into the composer's masterful orchestration and thematic development. The inclusion of specific movements from the Leningrad production highlights the suite's historical context within the ballet's performance history. The detailed study score format allows for close examination of the musical intricacies. The collection provides a valuable resource for conductors, musicians, and scholars interested in Khachaturian's work.