Henle Verlag Schubert - Sonate Pour Piano En La Majeur D 959 - Piano
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Summary of This Score
Among Franz Schubert's last three piano sonatas, alongside Sonatas D 958 (C minor) and D 960 (B-flat major), the Sonata in A major D 959 holds a special place due to its breath, expressive density, and melodic beauty. Composed in September 1828, just two months before the composer's death, it concentrates the full richness of his language: generous cantabile, subtle harmonies, dramatic contrasts, and musical narration of rare intensity.
Offered here in a separate edition, this Urtext version relies on essential materials: the complete autograph manuscript, as well as an early copy made by Schubert himself. This editorial work aims to provide a reliable, clear, and coherent text, valuable for approaching the work with precision, whether in in-depth study, during interpretation lessons, or concert preparation. An indispensable reference for anyone wishing to rediscover "all of Schubert" at the keyboard, between poetry, tension, and light.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Franz Schubert | Instrumentation | Piano |
| Edition | Urtext | Genre | Classical Score |
Questions frequently asked
What edition is the Sonata for piano in A major D 959 by Schubert?
This score is offered in an Urtext edition, established from the complete autograph manuscript and an early copy made by Schubert himself.
Is the Schubert D 959 score intended for solo piano?
The indicated instrumentation is piano. No other instrument is mentioned in this separate edition.
From which period does the Sonata D 959 date?
Composed in September 1828, this sonata belongs to Franz Schubert’s last three piano sonatas. It precedes the composer’s death by two months. The sonatas D 958 in C minor and D 960 in B flat major are cited as the other two works of this group.
What musical elements characterize the Sonata in A major D 959?
The work combines a generous cantabile with subtle harmonies. Dramatic contrasts and intense musical storytelling are also described.
Is this Urtext edition of D 959 suitable for concert preparation?
The editorial work is designed to provide a clear and coherent text, useful for concert preparation. It can also accompany in-depth study or an interpretation class.
