13 Preludes, Op. 32


Book Description

This collection of 13 preludes challenges pianists to build interpretive skills while expressing the vast array of emotion and passion so characteristic of Rachmaninoff's works. In this scholarly edition, Dr. Baylor has included suggestions on how each piece should be performed, including tempos, dynamics, pedaling and metronome marks where necessary.




Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 16


Book Description

The six "Musical Moments" Opus 16 are a set of separate solo works for piano composed by Rachmaninoff in 1896. They present forms characteristic of previous musical eras, such as nocturne, song without words, barcarolle, etude, and theme and variations. Titles: No. 1 in B-Flat Minor * No. 2 in E-Flat Minor * No. 3 in B Minor * No. 4 in E Minor * No. 5 in D-Flat Major * No. 6 in C Major.




The Piano Works of Rachmaninoff, Volume 1: Preludes, Op. 3 No. 2, Op. 23, Op. 32 (Complete)


Book Description

All of Rachmaninoff's Preludes (Prelude in C# minor, Op. 3, No. 2, Ten Preludes, Op. 23, 13 Preludes, Op. 32) are included in this Belwin-Mills edition, and all of the twenty-four major and minor keys are represented in these works. The "Preludes" are among the finest examples of 20th century romanticism for the piano.




Rachmaninoff -- Preludes, Op. 32


Book Description

This collection of 13 preludes challenges pianists to build interpretive skills while expressing the vast array of emotion and passion so characteristic of Rachmaninoff's works. In this scholarly edition, Dr. Baylor has included suggestions on how each piece should be performed, including tempos, dynamics, pedaling and metronome marks where necessary. Preludes Nos. 2, 5, 7, 10, 11, and 12 are Federation Festivals 2016-2020 selections. A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.




Symphony no. 2 in E minor, op. 27


Book Description

Excellent exhibition of the Russian Romantic's mature style, particularly in the melodic style of the slow movement and the lavish and imaginative use of the orchestra (notably in the scherzo).




Rachmaninoff -- Fantasy Pieces, Op. 3


Book Description

This edition is based on the first editions corrected by the composer and the versions found in The Complete Works of Rachmaninoff published in Russia since 1949. Brief analyses, together with practice and performance suggestions, should help pianists unfamiliar with these works to begin their study effectively. Elegie, Op. 3, No. 1" and "Melodie Op. 3, No. 3" are Federation Festivals 2016-2020 selections. A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection."




Piano Sonata No. 2, Op. 36


Book Description

This is a newly edited and engraved edition: this new edition is based on the most authoritative early publications; mistakes and misprints from the old editions are corrected; missing technical markings and other inconsistencies have been resolved; all texts, titles and dates are carefully checked with Grove's Music Dictionary; the new layout offers more comfortable reading; increased staff size will help to make the score more legible on music stands, tablets or other digital media. Now, this new edition finally offers musicians the opportunity to fully enjoy this beautiful piece.




The Piano Works of Rachmaninoff


Book Description

All of Rachmaninoff's Preludes (Prelude in C# minor, Op. 3, No. 2, Ten Preludes, Op. 23, 13 Preludes, Op. 32) are included in this Belwin-Mills edition, and all of the twenty-four major and minor keys are represented in these works. The "Preludes" are among the finest examples of 20th century romanticism for the piano.







Preludes, Op. 23


Book Description

These alluring and varied preludes exhibit the compositional skill, expressiveness and innovation that is characteristic of Rachmaninoff's works. Editor Murray Baylor includes informative performance notes that reveal the background of each piece, highlight difficult passages, and offer suggestions on how to approach the technical demands found in the music. Preludes Nos. 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 10 are Federation Festivals 2016-2020 selections.