G. Henle Verlag Preludes: Premier Livre - Debussy /Heinemann /Theopold - Piano - Book

Composer: Claude Debussy
Editor: Ernst-Gunter Heinemann
Fingering: Hans-Martin Theopold
Preface: Francois Lesure
Format: Softcover
Instrumentation: Piano

After several single pieces and several smaller piano cycles, in 1910 the recently composed Preludes, Premier Livre was published. The title draws on a traditional form, following Chopin's example. In addition Debussy discreetly characterized his Preludes by dispensing with titles but giving the pieces programmatic directions at the end of each Prelude. This first volume became an immediate success and even today is considered to be the epitome of Debussy's piano artistry. Some of these more substantial pieces are also within reach of those who do not intend to become concert pianists.

Contents:

• Danseuses de Delphes
• Le Vent dans la plaine
• Les Sons et les parfums
• Les Collines d'Anacapri
• Des Pas sur la neige
• Ce qu'a vu le vent d'ouest
• La Fille aux cheveux de lin
• La Serenade interrompue
• La Cathedrale engloutie
• La Danse de Puck
• Minstrels