Henle Verlag Beethoven L.V. - Five Famous Piano Sonatas
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Summary of This Score
This collection brings together five of Ludwig van Beethoven's most famous piano sonatas, chosen for their expressive power and lasting popularity. Included are the Piano Sonata (Grand Sonata Pathétique) in C minor, Op. 13; the Piano Sonata in A-flat major, Op. 26; the Piano Sonata (Moonlight Sonata) in C-sharp minor, Op. 27, No. 2; the Piano Sonata (Pastoral) in D major, Op. 28; and the Piano Sonata (The Tempest) in D minor, Op. 31, No. 2.
Designed for advanced pianists, this volume emphasizes a demanding yet particularly rewarding approach to Beethoven's repertoire. While not the most technically daunting sonatas, these pieces require a confirmed mastery of tone, articulation, and musical structure to do justice to the dramatic tension, contrasts, and emotional depth characteristic of Beethoven.
Originating from the new Urtext complete edition, the work benefits from the editorial efforts of Norbert Gertsch and Murray Perahia. The quality of information regarding sources, publication, and the genesis of the works is appreciated, as well as the carefully considered fingerings by Perahia, useful for refining execution, securing technique, and supporting musical intention. An ideal score to enrich one's repertoire, prepare a concert program, or deepen the interpretation of Beethoven's style.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Ludwig van Beethoven | Genre | Classical score |
| Editor | Norbert Gertsch | Language | French |
| Edition | Norbert Gertsch, Murray Perahia | Difficulty | Advanced |
| Instrumentation | Piano | ||
Questions frequently asked
Which Beethoven sonatas are included in this collection?
The volume gathers five works: the Pathétique op. 13, Sonata op. 26, Moonlight op. 27 no. 2, Pastorale op. 28, and Tempest op. 31 no. 2. They are written for solo piano.
What level is required to play Beethoven's Five Famous Piano Sonatas?
This edition is aimed at an advanced level. The selected sonatas are not presented as the most technically demanding but require a solid mastery of sound, articulation, and musical structure.
Does this score include pianist's fingerings?
Fingerings established by Murray Perahia are integrated into this edition. They serve to support technical execution and musical intent.
Is this an Urtext edition of Beethoven's sonatas?
The work is based on the new complete Urtext edition. The editorial work is signed by Norbert Gertsch and Murray Perahia, with information on the sources, publication, and genesis of the works.
Is the Moonlight Sonata included in this book?
The Piano Sonata in C-sharp minor op. 27 no. 2, known as the Moonlight Sonata, is part of the five selected sonatas.
