Nocturne in C-sharp Minor, Op. posth. for cello and piano (Piatigorsky); Frederic Chopin

Nocturne in C-sharp Minor, Op. posth. for cello and piano (Piatigorsky); Frederic Chopin Nocturne in C-sharp Minor, Op. posth. for cello and piano (Piatigorsky); Frederic Chopin Nocturne in C-sharp Minor, Op. posth. for cello and piano (Piatigorsky); Frederic Chopin Nocturne in C-sharp Minor, Op. posth. for cello and piano (Piatigorsky); Frederic Chopin
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Nocturne in C-sharp minor, Op. posth. for cello and piano by Frederic Chopin

Edited and transcribed by Gregor Piatigorsky. Published by International

Frederic Chopin (1810-1849) was one of the most important composers of the Romantic Era. Born in Warsaw, he left before Poland's 1830 uprising and settled in Paris, where his piano music captivated attendees of his salon concerts. He gained fame and admiration for his music's rich, colorful harmony, Italianate bel canto melody, and mellifluous textures. Though influenced by Mozart and Bach, he also introduced Polish folk music to the concert hall in the form of mazurkas, polonaises, and ballades. Today, his music forms the core of the classical piano repertory, especially his preludes and nocturnes.

Though Chopin did not invent the nocturne (that honor goes to Irish composer John Field), he elevated it to higher levels of sophistication. The Romantic piano nocturne is tranquil and expressive, evoking a serenading vocalist with gentle, expansive cantabile melody over a simple accompaniment. Chopin imbued the form with bel canto-style lyricism and a freely-flowing sense of rhythm and rubato. His Nocturne in C-sharp minor was published posthumously in 1875 and is sometimes referred to as his No. 22 or "Nocturne oubliee." Though his authorship is not certain, it remains a popular work. It is presented here in a beautiful transcription for cello and piano by Gregor Piatigorsky. Advanced level, Grade 5.

Weight: 0.1 lbs
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Editor/Arranger: Piatgorsky
Book Type: Repertoire
Ensemble: Accompanied Solos
Publisher: International Music Company
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