Henle Verlag MOZART W.A. - PIANO CONCERTO IN C MINOR KV 491 - 2 PIANOS
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Summary of This Score
Piano Concerto in C minor K. 491 is among the pinnacles of Viennese Classicism: a work of rare dramatic density for Mozart, completed on March 24, 1786 according to the catalogue he kept of his own works. The first performance likely took place shortly thereafter, probably as part of a concert at the Burgtheater in Vienna, during a period when the composer was under strong pressure to produce quickly.
This tension is evident in the writing itself: the autograph shows rapid handwriting, at times "furtive," and numerous corrections, signs of intense work and an evolving orchestral conception. For the musician, this results in a score of exceptional richness: close dialogues between piano and orchestra, dark colors linked to C minor, and a subtle balance between virtuosity and expressive depth.
Unlike previous editions, this publication aims to reproduce the definitive version of Mozart's manuscript. The piano reduction of the orchestral part, conceived by Andras Schiff, allows approaching the work with an interpreter's perspective: it facilitates understanding of the architecture, orchestral responses, and sonic layers. The fingerings, as well as the cadenzas and entrances, also by Andras Schiff, assist the pianist in constructing the discourse, from slow practice to performance in concert or examination settings.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Instrumentation | piano (solo part) with piano reduction of the orchestral part |
| Editor | Ernst Herttrich | Genre | classical score (piano concerto) |
Questions frequently asked
What instrumentation is included in this edition of Concerto K. 491?
The edition features the solo piano part and a piano reduction of the orchestral part. It thus allows for study of the work in a two-piano format.
Is the orchestral reduction of the Piano Concerto in C minor K. 491 signed by András Schiff?
The piano reduction of the orchestra is arranged by András Schiff. The fingerings, cadenzas, and entrances are also provided by this performer.
Does this score follow Mozart's definitive manuscript?
The musical text is based on Mozart's definitive manuscript version. The work was completed on March 24, 1786, according to the composer's personal catalogue.
Are there cadenzas and fingerings in this Henle edition?
Fingerings as well as cadenzas and entrances by András Schiff are included. These markings support the pianist's interpretation and construction of the musical discourse.
To which repertoire is this score assigned?
This publication belongs to the classical repertoire and concerns the Piano Concerto in C minor KV 491 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The edition is attributed to Ernst Herttrich.
