Description
Bartók's Mikrokosmos is a seminal work in the piano pedagogical repertoire, yet it is much more than a traditional piano primer. The collection of 153 piano pieces, arranged in ascending order of difficulty, explores not only the technical aspects of piano playing but also the fundamentals of composition. Pieces like "Ostinato," "Free Variations," and "Imitation and Inversion" delve into compositional techniques, while works such as "From the Diary of a Fly" and the renowned "Six Dances in Bulgarian Rhythm" engage with programmatic ideas. This Henle Urtext Edition is based on the forthcoming Bartók Complete Edition and includes practical commentary and tips informed by the composer's own performances. Additionally, the six volumes of the original 1940 publication are now gathered into three practical double volumes, providing both beginners and advanced pianists a comprehensive introduction to this seminal and multifaceted work.
