Frederic Chopin – Nocturnes Urtext Piano Solo Book

Frederic Chopin – Nocturnes Urtext Piano Solo Book

“Frederic Chopin – Nocturnes Urtext Book” is a comprehensive collection of Chopin’s iconic Nocturnes, designed to appeal to classical pianists and lovers of Chopin’s music.

Chopin’s Nocturnes showcase his mastery of the piano and his ability to infuse different musical genres with distinct and individual characteristics. Building on the foundation laid by John Field, who composed over 20 Nocturnes prior to Chopin, Chopin further developed the lyrical and expressive piano writing, creating works that exude a dreamy and longing atmosphere that has come to define his musical style.

This Henle Urtext edition presents a compilation of Nocturnes that were published during Chopin’s lifetime, as well as those that were only published posthumously. It includes the famous Lento Con Gran Espressione in C sharp minor, presented in two authentic versions. The Urtext approach ensures that the musical text is presented as closely as possible to Chopin’s intentions, making it a valuable resource for pianists seeking an authentic interpretation of his music.

With 132 pages of meticulously edited scores, “Frederic Chopin – Nocturnes Urtext Book” offers a comprehensive and definitive collection of Chopin’s beloved Nocturnes. Pianists will appreciate the attention to detail and the opportunity to delve into the rich and expressive world of Chopin’s compositions, immersing themselves in the beauty and emotional depth of these timeless pieces.

Why Choose Urtext Editions?

Urtext editions offer error-free and dependable musical texts that result from thorough musicological research. They include fingerings and bowings by renowned artists and pedagogues. These editions provide prefaces in three languages, offering insights into the work’s genesis and historical context.

In addition, they feature critical commentaries in one to three languages, providing descriptions and assessments of the sources while explaining any discrepancies in the sources and the editorial decisions made. Urtext editions are known for their exceptionally beautiful music engraving and offer convenient page-turns, fold-out pages, and helpful cues where needed.

Furthermore, Urtext editions are renowned for their excellent print quality and durable binding. With the largest Urtext catalog worldwide and a history dating back to 1948, they offer unparalleled expertise in producing high-quality “Urtext” editions.

Titles Include:

• Nocturne b flat minor op. 9,1
• Nocturne E flat major op. 9,2
• Nocturne B major op. 9,3
• Nocturne F major op. 15,1
• Nocturne F sharp major op. 15,2
• Nocturne g minor op. 15,3
• Nocturne c sharp minor op. 27,1
• Nocturne D flat major op. 27,2
• Nocturne B major op. 32,1
• Nocturne A flat major op. 32,2
• Nocturne g minor op. 37,1
• Nocturne G major op. 37,2
• Nocturne c minor op. 48,1
• Nocturne f sharp minor op. 48,2
• Nocturne f minor op. 55,1
• Nocturne E flat major op. 55,2
• Nocturne B major op. 62,1
• Nocturne E major op. 62,2
• Nocturne e minor op. post. 72,1
• Nocturne (version 1) c sharp minor KK IVa,16
• Nocturne (version 2) c sharp minor KK IVa,16
• Nocturne c minor KK IVb,8

AMEB:

Piano / Associate / List C

• Nocturne in B major No3 from Three Nocturnes Op.9/CT 110
• Nocturne in C sharp minor Op. 27 No. 1/CT 114
• Nocturne in Eb major No. 2 from Two Nocturnes Op. 55/CT 123
• Nocturne in F sharp major No. 2 from Two Nocturnes Op. 15/CT 112

Piano / Grade 7 / List C

• Nocturne in F minor Op. 55 No. 1/CT 122

Piano / Grade 8 / List C

• Nocturne in B major Op. 32 No. 1
• Nocturne in F major Op. 15 No. 1

Piano / Licentiate / List C

• Nocturne in B major Op. 62 No. 1/CT 124
• Nocturne in Db major Op. 27 No. 2/CT 115

Piano for Leisure / Grade 7 / Open Manual list

• Nocturne in G minor Op. 37 No 1 CT 118

Piano for Leisure / Grade 8 / Open Manual list

• Nocturne in B major Op. 32 No 1/CT 116
• Nocturne in Eb major Op. 9 No 2/CT 109

Who Was Frdric Chopin?

Pianist and composer. His work is concentrated around piano music that enjoys extraordinary popularity and has become an integral part of the concert repertoire. His music influenced subsequent generations in France (Franck, Saint-Sans, Faur, Debussy) as well as Smetana, Dvok, Balakirev, Grieg, Albniz.