Description
Arnold Schoenberg's Piano Pieces, Opus 11, represent a landmark in the evolution of piano music. While Schoenberg had already composed other atonal works, these were exclusively for voice with sung text. In contrast, the Piano Pieces, Opus 11, stand as the first purely instrumental compositions written in the style of "free atonality." Despite their revolutionary and explosive quality, the pieces adhere to a classical structure, featuring a sonata-like first movement, a slow middle section, and a turbulent finale.
This new Henle Urtext edition presents the modern classic in a generously spaced, freshly engraved musical setting based on the first published version. Acclaimed pianist Emanuel Ax has contributed fingering recommendations, enhancing the work's practicality for performers.
