Henle Verlag SAINT-saens Camille - Concerto Pour Piano N°4 Op.44 - 2 Pianos
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Summary of This Score
Camille Saint-Saëns
Piano Concerto No. 4 in C minor, Op. 44
Despite its unusual form, this Piano Concerto No. 4 in C minor, Op. 44, established itself from its premiere as a landmark work in Saint-Saëns' catalogue. Composed in 1875, it is distinguished by an architecture in two large parts, each comprising two movements to be played without interruption. This continuity gives the whole a very "symphonic" narrative tension, while retaining the brilliance and virtuosity expected of a great concerto.
This Urtext edition is intended for pianists who wish to work with a reliable text, highlighting the carefully balanced interplay between soloist and orchestra, characteristic of this "symphonic concerto." The piano reduction of the orchestral part, realized here by Johannes Umbreit, is based on a solid historical foundation: for the first edition published in 1877, Gabriel Fauré himself arranged the orchestra for piano, providing particularly relevant material for serious rehearsal work.
The contribution of Pascal Rogé to the fingerings enhances the pedagogical and musical value of this score. His choices aim to facilitate setup, clarity of passages, articulation, and projection of the musical discourse, while respecting the French style of the late 19th century. The paperback format (softcover binding) makes the volume practical at the music stand, whether for daily practice, lessons, or concert preparation.
Scientific editor: Peter Jost. An essential score for approaching a great French Romantic concerto, refining form listening, and building a solid interpretation from sight-reading to the stage.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Camille Saint-Saëns | Edition | Urtext |
| Arranger | Johannes Umbreit (Piano Reduction) | Instrumentation | Piano (piano reduction) |
| Artist | Pascal Rogé (Fingerings) | Genre | Classical score (concerto) |
Questions frequently asked
Is this edition of Saint-Saëns' Piano Concerto No. 4 intended for two pianos?
The score combines the solo part with a piano reduction of the orchestral accompaniment, allowing performance on two pianos.
What is the particular form of Concerto No. 4 op. 44?
The work, composed in 1875, is structured in two large sections, each containing two movements played without interruption.
Who made the piano reduction of the orchestra?
The piano reduction was made by Johannes Umbreit. It is based on a historical foundation linked to the orchestral-to-piano arrangement established by Gabriel Fauré for the 1877 edition.
Are fingerings indicated in this score?
Fingerings by Pascal Rogé are included in the edition. They specifically support the execution of passages, articulation, and clarity of the piano phrasing.
Is this an Urtext edition of Piano Concerto No. 4 op. 44?
This score is offered as an Urtext edition, under the scholarly direction of Peter Jost. The paperback format corresponds to a flexible binding suitable for use at the music stand.
