Description

This comprehensive volume brings together Schönberg's complete works for solo piano, tracing his remarkable compositional evolution. It spans a wide range, from the free atonal pieces of Op. 11 to the aphoristic Op. 19, the fascinating tone-row experiments of Op. 23, and the dodecaphonic works of Op. 25, 33a, and 33b. The appendix also includes three captivating early pieces from 1894 by the 20-year-old composer, providing astonishing insight into the late-romantic roots of Schönberg's modern style. This definitive edition allows readers to easily follow the development of Schönberg's pioneering classical modernism, encompassing both landmark works and thrilling, trailblazing music. It is an essential resource for anyone seeking to engage with Schönberg's groundbreaking piano oeuvre.

Songs / Content

• Three Piano Pieces op. 11
• 1. Mäßig
• 2. Sehr Langsam
• 3. Bewegt
• Six Little Piano Pieces op. 19
• I Leicht, zart op. 19,1
• II Langsam op. 19,2
• III Sehr langsame Viertel op. 19,3
• IV Rasch, aber leicht op. 19,4
• V Etwas rasch op. 19,5
• VI Sehr langsam op. 19,6
• Five Piano Pieces op. 23
• Sehr langsam op. 23,1
• Sehr rasch op. 23,2
• Langsam op. 23,3
• Schwungvoll, Mäßige Viertel op. 23,4
• Walzer op. 23,5
• Suite op. 25
• Präludium op. 25,1
• Gavotte op. 25,2
• Musette op. 25,3
• Intermezzo op. 25,4
• Menuett - Trio op. 25,5
• Gigue op. 25,6
• Piano Pieces op. 33a & 33b
• Klavierstück op. 33a
• Klavierstück op. 33b
• Three Piano Pieces (1894)
• Andantino
• Andantino grazioso
• Presto