Henle Verlag Beethoven L.V. - Sonate A-dur Op.69 - Violoncelle & Piano
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Summary of This Score
Ludwig van Beethoven
Cello Sonata in A major, Op. 69
A true pinnacle of the cello and piano repertoire, the "Great Sonata" Op. 69 (published in 1809) holds a central place among Beethoven's five cello sonatas, both for its ambition and musical depth. From the opening, the dialogue between the two instruments asserts itself with remarkable intimacy: the cello first states a singing line with a tenor timbre, then taken up by the piano, like a declaration of instrumental complicity. This balanced and expressive concertante writing makes it an essential score for duos seeking a work that is both structurally significant and inspiring.
Beethoven forgoes an independent slow movement here but compensates with the Adagio cantabile introduction to the Finale, of striking poetic intensity. This Urtext edition, prepared by Jens Dufner (Editor), stands out for the scholarly quality of the musical text: the preface and critical commentary illuminate the conception of the work and the source issues, providing a solid framework for study as well as performance. Contributions from Ian Fountain (Fingerings) and David Geringas (Cello Fingerings) complete the whole with pertinent fingering solutions, designed for fluidity, accuracy, and projection of the musical discourse. The entire edition is offered in paperback binding, practical for regular use at the music stand.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Ludwig van Beethoven | Instrumentation | cello and piano |
| Editor | Jens Dufner | Genre | classical score |
| Fingerings | Ian Fountain | Edition | Urtext |
| Cello Fingerings | David Geringas | Binding | paperback |
Questions frequently asked
What instrumentation is intended for Beethoven's Sonata op. 69?
The score is written for cello and piano, designed as a dialogue where the cello introduces a singing line from the opening, which is then taken up by the piano.
Is this edition of Sonata op. 69 an Urtext?
This edition is an Urtext established by Jens Dufner. It includes a preface and a critical commentary devoted to the conception of the work and the musical sources. The text thus provides a documented support for study and performance.
Who provided the fingerings for this score?
Piano fingerings are proposed by Ian Fountain, while cello fingerings are by David Geringas.
How many cello sonatas did Beethoven compose?
Opus 69 holds a central place among Ludwig van Beethoven’s five cello sonatas.
What is the binding format of Henle Verlag Beethoven L.V. - Sonate A-dur Op.69 - Violoncelle & Piano?
The score is provided in paperback binding, a practical format for regular use at the music stand.
