Description
Schönberg's 1923 Suite op. 25 refers to pre-classical forms in its movement titles - Präludium, Gavotte–Musette, Intermezzo, Menuett–Trio, and Gigue. Yet this work was also the first to be based entirely on a twelve-tone row, a revolutionary new technique. Contrary to the belief that this "new-sounding music" lacks emotion, Schönberg's score is full of nuanced articulation markings that demand the player's full commitment for an expressive performance. This creates a formidable challenge for pianists.
The new Henle Urtext edition of this modern classic features a generously laid-out musical setting. More importantly, it includes indispensable fingering guidance from renowned pianist Shai Wosner, a true connoisseur of the Suite, to help decipher this groundbreaking work.
