G. Henle Verlag Fantasy Pieces op. 73 - Schumann /Herttrich /Ginzel - Cello/Piano - Book

Author/Composer:

SCHUMANN, ROBERT

Instrumentation:

CELLO

Model #:

51480422

Composer: Robert Schumann
Editor: Ernst Herttrich
Piano Fingering: Hans-Martin Theopold
Cello Bowing/Fingering: Reiner Ginzel
Format: Softcover
Instrumentation: Cello and Piano (originally for Clarinet and Piano)

The circumstances in which these poetic "Soiree Pieces" (thus their original title) came into being are quite surprising. In 1849 Dresden was seized by violent political turmoil that ultimately forced Schumann to flee with Clara to the countryside. Yet none of this is apparent in the music of these three pieces, whose idyllic character signifies a longing for harmony and seclusion. Originally conceived for the clarinet, they were accompanied by alternative parts for violin and cello as early as the original print. Henle have subjected their editions to a thoroughgoing critique and include a section of detailed editorial notes.