Henle Verlag Beethoven L.V. - Piano Sonata No. 21 C Major Op. 53 [waldstein]

Name: Beethoven L.V. - Piano Sonata No. 21 C Major Op. 53 [waldstein]
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Essential Information About This Score
• Reference Edition resulting from the renowned collaboration between Norbert Gertsch and pianist Murray Perahia, offering a reliable and musically coherent reading.
• Detailed Fingerings provided by Murray Perahia, designed to optimize legato, clarity of passages, and comfort in virtuosic sections.
• Context and Musical Insight : the "Waldstein" sonata, dedicated to Count Ferdinand von Waldstein, is at the heart of Beethoven's heroic period.
• Editorial Bonus : a short essay by Murray Perahia sharing his personal reflections on the work and its interpretation.

Beethoven L.V. - Piano Sonata No. 21 C Major Op. 53 [waldstein]

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Summary of This Score

This edition of the Piano Sonata No. 21 in C major, Op. 53, better known as the "Waldstein," highlights an approach that is both rigorous and inspiring, the result of a close collaboration between Norbert Gertsch and Murray Perahia. Designed for demanding pianists, it offers a solid musical reading, emphasizing the architecture of the work, the transparency of textures, and the characteristic momentum of Beethoven's so-called "heroic" period.

Composed close in time to the "Eroica" and the early sketches of "Fidelio," the "Waldstein" marks a turning point: the first movement pushes the boundaries of pianistic daring through its energy, contrasts, and innovative writing. This score allows tackling these challenges methodically thanks to Murray Perahia's fingerings, particularly useful for stabilizing rapid passages, mastering position shifts, and maintaining controlled sonority during grand harmonic surges.

Beyond purely pianistic work, this edition stands out through the artistic dimension brought by Perahia: his performance indications and short essay guide the performer in understanding the style, phrasing, and narrative flow. A valuable resource for refining an interpretation, whether in study, lessons, or concert preparation.

Technical specifications

Musical Genre

Classical

Publication

Sheet music

Composer	Ludwig van Beethoven	Edition	Norbert Gertsch, Murray Perahia
Arranger	Norbert Gertsch, Murray Perahia	Instrumentation	Piano

Questions frequently asked

Does this edition include fingerings for the "Waldstein" Sonata?

Murray Perahia's fingerings are included in this edition of Piano Sonata No. 21 in C major, Op. 53. They particularly assist with the rapid passages and position changes.

Which Beethoven sonata corresponds to Opus 53?

Opus 53 corresponds to Ludwig van Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 21 in C major, known by the nickname "Waldstein."

Does the Henle Beethoven Waldstein Op. 53 score include any performance advice?

A short essay by Murray Perahia is included. His performance instructions cover style, phrasing, and the shaping of the musical discourse.

For which instrumentation is this score written?

This edition is intended for solo piano. It presents the writing of Beethoven's Sonata No. 21, whose first movement is characterized by energy and marked contrasts.

Who prepared the edition of the Waldstein Sonata at Henle?

The edition was prepared by Norbert Gertsch and Murray Perahia. Their collaboration combines editorial work with Perahia's fingerings and performance indications. The score belongs to the classical piano repertoire.