This collection presents for the first time the complete Mazurkas of Frederic Chopin arranged for solo Classical Guitar. The Mazurka is the only form the composer embraced throughout his lifetime. Thedistinctive and personal pieces are unimaginably varied and colorful ranging from brief and vigorous dances to deep and complex extended works. Always achingly melodic and featuring surprising harmonies not evident in his othercompositions the Mazurkas are a true monument to Chopin's genius. These new arrangements were prepared with rigorous fidelity to the originals while never sacrificing true playability. Careful attention to every detail ofexecution combined with thorough notes on each piece and the folk dance tradition that inspired them to make this unique offering truly user-friendly. Musically beautiful idiomatic and accessible this monumental collection is abreathtaking addition to the guitar repertoire. Written in standard notation only. Includes access to online audio.
SKU: HL.284849
8.0x8.5x6.023 inches.
The National Edition is the first source-critical edition of Chopins complete works, edited by J. Ekier and P. Kaminski, based on all accessible sources original autographs, copies approved by Chopin and first editions. The sources have been analysed with the use of up-to-date scientific methodology. The objective of the National Edition is to present Chopins output in its authentic form. National Edition is recommended for the entrants in the rulebook of the International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw.
SKU: PR.UT050157
UPC: 800522003486.
With another examination of all available sources, Christian Ubber has prepared a new edition of the complete Polonaises of Chopin. This is a critical edition to the high standards of Vienna Urtext and includes complete notes on all editorial decisions. This complete collection includes compositions of Chopin's youth, which were not published during his lifetime, along with alternate editions of select pieces, including the famous Opus 40, No. 1.