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After the composer's death, several attempts at simplification were discarded until a manuscript by \u003cstrong\u003eHerman Wasserman\u003c\/strong\u003e was selected and became the basis for this edition. Renowned pianists who examined the score noted the \u003cstrong\u003esignificant reduction in difficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e while praising the respect for the writing: the musical line remains clear, the texture stays sonorous, and the brilliance effect, essential to the work's aesthetic, is preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for pianists at the \u003cstrong\u003eEarly Advanced\u003c\/strong\u003e level, this edition is especially suitable for those wishing to approach a major repertoire piece without facing excessive virtuosity. 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