Barenreiter Schumann R. - Waldszenen Op.82
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Summary of This Score
Composed in 1848/49, during a period both fertile and politically unstable, "Forest Scenes" op. 82 (Waldszenen) reveals Schumann at his most intimate: a piano cycle inspired by the world of illustrations and the imagination of the forest, blending narration, atmospheres, and harmonic colors. These pieces, accessible yet finely crafted, constitute a gem of the Romantic piano repertoire and fit perfectly both for salon music practice and concert work.
Among the nine tableaux, No. 7, "Vogel als Prophet," stands out for its filigree writing and dreamy atmosphere, becoming one of the most famous passages of the cycle. The edition emphasizes readability and musical continuity: "Vogel als Prophet" as well as "Herberge" benefit from a layout with fold-out pages to allow uninterrupted playing.
Offered as a scholarly-critical Urtext edition, this score is based on known sources and reflects advances in research. It includes a detailed preface in German and English, as well as a critical commentary in English. The fingerings and execution suggestions by Ragna Schirmer rely on an informed approach to historical practice while remaining fully adapted to the touch and projection of a modern piano.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Robert Schumann | Genre | Romantic score (piano cycle), Urtext edition |
| Artist | Ragna Schirmer (fingerings and performance suggestions) | Language | German, English |
| Edition | BA 9640 (Urtext edition) | Difficulty | Moderate |
| Instrumentation | Piano | Pages | XV + 30 pages |
Questions frequently asked
What level is required for Schumann’s Waldszenen op. 82?
The indicated difficulty for this cycle of nine piano pieces is moderate.
Is this edition an Urtext edition?
Edition BA 9640 is presented as a scholarly-critical Urtext edition. It is based on known sources and recent research developments. A preface in German and English accompanies a critical commentary in English.
Are fingerings included in this edition?
Fingerings and performance suggestions are provided by Ragna Schirmer. Their approach is inspired by historical practice while being adapted to the modern piano.
How many pages does this edition of Waldszenen have?
The volume includes XV + 30 pages, comprising editorial content and the piano score.
How are page turns handled in Vogel als Prophet?
For "Vogel als Prophet" and "Herberge", the layout provides a fold-out sheet. This arrangement allows these passages to be played without interruptions caused by page turns.
