Chopin – Preludes Op 28 Piano Book (Urtext Edition)

Frederic Chopin – Preludes Op 28 Book (Urtext Edition)

The Frederic Chopin – Preludes Op. 28 Book (Urtext Edition) by Henle Verlag publishing is a meticulously revised edition that incorporates the latest scholarly research. Edited by Norbert Mallemann with fingerings by Hermann Keller, this edition sheds light on both established variants and those found in the sources.

Frdric Chopin composed these “Prludes” during his challenging stay with George Sand in Mallorca in the winter of 1838/1839, and this edition allows interpreters to navigate variant readings and rectify corrupt performance traditions. It is part of Henle Verlag’s comprehensive Chopin revisions, featuring an abbreviated critical report in the printed volume, with a more extensive version available for download. This edition spans 84 pages and is an invaluable resource for pianists and enthusiasts of Chopin’s music.

Song Titles Include:

• 1. Chopin Preludes Op 28
• 2. Prelude E Minor Op 28 No 4
• 3. Prelude B Minor Op 28 No 6
• 4. Prelude D Flat Major Op 28 No 15 (Raindrop)
• 5. Prelude C Major Op 28 No 1
• 6. Prelude A Minor Op 28 No 2
• 7. Prelude G Major Op 28 No 3
• 8. Prelude D Major Op 28 No 5
• 9. Prelude A Major Op 28 No 7
• 10. Prelude F Sharp Minor Op 28 No 8
• 11. Prelude E Major Op 28 No 9
• 12. Prelude C Sharp Minor Op 28 No 10
• 13. Prelude B Major Op 28 No 11
• 14. Prelude G Sharp Minor Op 28 No 12
• 15. Prelude F Sharp Major Op 28 No 13
• 16. Prelude E Flat Minor Op 28 No 14
• 17. Prelude B Flat Minor Op 28 No 16
• 18. Prelude A Flat Major Op 28 No 17
• 19. Prelude F Minor Op 28 No 18
• 20. Prelude E Flat Major Op 28 No 19
• 21. Prelude C Minor Op 28 No 20
• 22. Prelude B Flat Major Op 28 No 21
• 23. Prelude G Minor Op 28 No 22
• 24. Prelude F Major Op 28 No 23
• 25. Prelude D Minor Op 28 No 24
• 26. Prelude C Sharp Minor Op 45
• 27. Prelude A Flat Major KK IVB 7

AMEB:

Piano / Grade 4 / List B

• Prelude in B minor Op. 28 No. 6

Piano / Grade 6 / List C

• Prelude in Db Op. 28 No. 15

Piano / Grade 8 / List C

• Prelude in Ab major Op. 28 No. 17

Piano for Leisure / Grade 5 / Open Manual list

• Prelude in E minor Op. 28 No 4/B 123

Who Was Frederic Chopin?
Frdric Chopin (1810-1849) was a renowned Polish composer and pianist of the Romantic era. He is widely regarded as one of the most significant composers for the piano and is celebrated for his profound influence on the development of solo piano music.

Chopin’s compositions are known for their emotional depth, expressive melodies, and intricate use of harmony and form. He wrote numerous solo piano works, including preludes, nocturnes, mazurkas, waltzes, and tudes, among others, which have become staples of the classical piano repertoire. His music often reflects the spirit of Polish folk music, and he incorporated elements of his Polish heritage into many of his compositions.

Chopin’s life and career were closely associated with France, particularly Paris, where he spent much of his adult life. He was a prominent figure in the Parisian cultural scene and gave numerous concerts and piano recitals that earned him acclaim as a virtuoso pianist.Tragically, Chopin’s life was cut short by illness, and he died in Paris at the age of 39. Nevertheless, his music continues to be cherished and performed worldwide, and his legacy endures as a symbol of Romantic musical expression and virtuosity.