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This historic reference edition contains an outstanding CD recording by internationally renowned artist, Idil Biret, who records on the Naxos label. She has made more than 70 recordings including the...

The Symphonic Dances, Op. 45, was originally written by Sergei Rachmaninoff as an orchestral work, but was also later arranged for piano duo (Two Pianos, Four Hands) by the composer. This historic ref...

This historic reference edition of Sergei Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 4, in G Minor, Op. 40 is the complete and final revised form, as last played by the composer in 1942. It is composed of thre...

This historic reference edition of Sergei Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 43 is composed of a theme and 24 variations. The most notable variation is the 18th, which has been used i...

The Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13, is an important milestone, not only in Beethoven's piano sonatas but also in the development of the keyboard sonata. It is dramatic and emotional to the extent sel...

Beethoven's Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp Minor (Sonata quasi una fantasia), Op. 27, No. 2, is among the best loved and most frequently performed works of any composer. The nickname 'moonlight' probably ca...

For Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31, No. 2, the nickname 'tempest' might refer to Shakespeare's classic play of the same title, although that has not been proven. Still, 'tempest' has become firmly r...

Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57 is considered by many, including Beethoven, to be one of his greatest sonatas. The nickname 'appassionata' probably came from a four-hand version entitled Sonata appas...

extensive background information on the piece; an exploration of the form, interpretation and style; numerous performance suggestions; and critical commentary by the editor.

The earliest surviving original composition of Johannes Brahms, Scherzo, Op. 4 in E-flat minor, was composed in 1851 when Brahms was only 18 years old. This brilliant scherzo, with its two trios and a...

The familiar song 'Happy Birthday to You!' is cleverly arranged as a theme and variations in the style of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The theme is reminiscent of a minuet in classical style. This is foll...

This analytical and pedagogical edition by Maurice Hinson will give the pianist a clearer understanding of Debussy's creative processes as well as an educated introduction to one of the composer's mas...

Romantic piano virtuoso and composer Franz Liszt's Sonata in B Minor is a monumental contribution to piano literature. This critical edition addresses sources, discrepancies, and performance issues (t...

The Op. 79 was announced by Breitkopf & Härtel in Leipzig in December 1810 as 'sonatine pour le pianoforte.' It was also registered at London's copyright registry on August 31, 1810, by the English pu...

The three movements of Op. 81a are entitled 'The Departure,' 'The Absence,' and 'The Return,' dedicated to the Archduke Rudolf, an excellent pianist, friend, and patron of the composer. Rudolf's depar...

With more than 60 essential solo piano masterworks in their original form, this book guarantees a lifetime of exploration and challenge at the keys.

Inspired by well-known choral works, the lyrical piano arrangements in this collection convey the beauty of the melodies. A variety of styles, from Handel's counterpoint through Fauré's surprising cho...

Bach's famous 1735 concerto, including extensive historical notes, performance notes on ornamentation, articulation and phrasing, tempos, and dynamics, as well as footnotes within the score and editor...

This significant compilation of 12 preludes represents Debussy's mature writing style and is filled with a great diversity of compositional styles. The music expresses a vast repertoire of emotions, c...

This significant compilation of 12 preludes represents Debussy's mature writing style and is filled with a great diversity of compositional styles. The music expresses a vast repertoire of emotions, c...

The five books in this series present 100 masterworks ranging from early-intermediate through advanced level that the editors believe developing pianists should study and perform. Each book contains 2...

Franz Schubert was one of the most prolific composers of ensemble piano music, and the Rondo in A Major, Op. 107, demonstrates his mastery at writing for one piano, four hands. The Rondo was composed...

Franz Schubert was one of the most prolific composers of ensemble piano music, and the Rondo in A Major, Op. 107, demonstrates his mastery at writing for one piano, four hands. The Rondo was composed...

Franz Schubert was one of the most prolific composers of ensemble piano music, and the Allegro in A Minor, Op. 144, demonstrates his mastery at writing for one piano, four hands. This large and passio...

Dvorák's Slavonic Dances, Op. 46 is the first of two sets of dances inspired by the composer's Bohemian folk-music roots. There are eight duets in this volume, each one displaying rhythmic energy and...