The instrumental ballad was a popular musical form in the 19th century and these four pieces for piano are Brahms?s only contribution to the genre. The composer wrote the ballades during the time of his close friendship with Clara Schumann, and they exude an intimacy more typical of a vocal ballad. The pieces, which Schumann enthusiastically praised, were described by Brahms as being ?not too difficult to play and even less difficult to understand.?

Brahms?s Ballades op. 10 form an integral part of the advanced piano literature. This publication represents a valuable addition to the repertoire of Brahms?s piano works in Bärenreiter Urtext editions. The fingering by Brahms specialist Christian Köhn, the clear notation and optimum page turns fulfil the requirements of a practical performing edition. A detailed foreword with information on performance practice, the compositional process, sources and the significance of the work completes the edition.

- Urtext edition based on all known sources and current research
- Well-presented musical layout with optimum page turns
- With fingering and suggestions for performance practice (Eng/Ger)
- With fold-out page for an easy page turn
- With an informative foreword (Eng/Ger) and critical commentary (Eng)
/ Classique / Köhn, Christian / Partition / Agrafé /

[Balladen] / Classique / Editeur : Ewald Zimmermann / Doigtés : Hans-Martin / Partition / Relié toilé / Edition Urtext

Compilation. He who commands the ballad will command the audience! Here are 8 soulful ballads enjoyed by both musicians and listeners for years. Ballads have always been a challenge to play, but when you hear the right changes played with great feeling by this outstanding rhythm section you'll agree that learning these songs is made much easier. Melodies, chords, and lyrics are included. Transposed parts for all instruments. An excellent learning package for either beginner or pro! Give this one as a gift! Ballads for the serious 'slow-lo-ist. '! / Rép International / Recueil / Tout Instrument

[Balladen] / Classique / Editeurs : Rena Charnin Mueller & Ernst-Günther He / Partition / Broché / Edition Urtext