Rachmaninoff wrote his famous Piano Concerto No. 3 to showcase his talents not only as a composer but as a pianist. A pyrotechnic display of virtuosity that has become the apex for all pianists, this
The composer of Carmen made his first mark with this enchanting tale of friendship, love, and betrayal. The three-act opera has seen a resurgence of popularity and enjoys frequent performances worldwi
Four fantasies, each with separate violin part: Carmen Fantasy, Fantasia on Themes from Gounod's Faust, Fantasie from Mozart's The Magic Flute, and Fantasie Brillante on the March and the Romance from
A favorite with audiences and musicians since its first performance in 1831, this tale of two lovers unfolds in an idyllic village setting and is particularly admired for its orchestration and lyricis
Although the string quartet was a rarely used form in 19th-century Russia, Tchaikovsky and Borodin both produced superb, inventive compositions in the genre. This volume collects Tchaikovsky's String
Full of charm and tremendous variety, Water Music features a colorful blend of concerto and dance suite. Music for the Royal Fireworks is specially noted for its brilliant overture.
The last of nearly 100 operettas created by the composer between 1850 and 1880, this three-act work debuted in 1881 and remains popular to this day for its many memorable melodies.
The first 10 songs from the celebrated cycle: Der Schildwache Nachtlied, Verlorne Muh', Trost im Ungluck, Wer hat dies Liedel erdacht?, Das irdische Leben, Lied des Verfolgten im Turm, Wo die schonen
Definitive Breitkopf & Hartel edition. Series I includes Serenata Notturna, K.239, "Haffner" Serenade, K.250/248b, Serenade in C Minor, K.388/384a, "A Musical Joke (Ein musikalischer Spass)," K.52
This reprint of the celebrated Novello edition features the six "Haydn" Quartets, the "Hoffmeister" Quartet, and three "Prussian" Quartets. Based on corrected manuscripts published by the composer's w
Two sets of essential etudes and studies for the clarinet are available for the first time in one low-priced volume. True musical gems, the 40 studies develop dexterity and are frequently practiced fo
The 19th century's most celebrated cellist, Auguste Franchomme created more than 50 works for the instrument. Suitable for intermediate to advanced players, this rare collection features a separate ce
This 1916 ballet, created in collaboration with Jean Cocteau, Leonide Massine, and Pablo Picasso, was hailed as Satie’s "cubist manifesto." Stripped of subjective emotion, the work removes basic fragm
Renowned for their elegance, lively rhythms, and beautiful melodies, Rossini overtures are staples of concerts around the world — with or without the operas they introduce. This attractive compilation
Celebrated for his command of orchestral color and descriptive music of great lyrical beauty, Respighi (1879?1936) was among the most popular Italian composers of the early 20th century. This widely a
Authoritative editions of 3 great chamber works: Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15; Piano Quartet No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 45; and Piano Quintet No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 89.
Donizetti’s most popular opera, considered by many to be the paradigm of Italian Romantic opera —brimming with melody, lyrical expressiveness, and bravura singing passages, a brilliant showcase for si
One of the most beloved concertos in the violin repertoire, this piece features important formal innovations that place it on a par with the most significant works in the genre. Edited by the distingu
