Schirmer 12 Pieces for Large and Small Children Op. 85
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Summary of This Collection
Designed for pianists who want to approach or deepen their experience with piano four hands, this collection highlights the music of Robert Schumann in a presentation tailored for duo playing. The piano duet writing allows sharing the musical material between Primo and Secondo, while requiring true cohesion: managing breaths, balancing sound layers, common articulation, and mastering transitions.
At an INTERMEDIATE-ADV difficulty level, it is intended for pairs with good sight-reading skills and solid technique. It is an excellent resource to strengthen tempo stability, refine control of dynamics, and work on romantic color, with particular attention to melody, accompaniment, and phrase shaping. The involvement of Louis Oesterle provides a structured edition adapted for pedagogical use, ideal for preparing concert pieces, enriching class programs, or diversifying the repertoire in piano chamber music settings.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Robert Schumann | Language | English |
| Artist | Louis Oesterle | Difficulty | INTERMEDIATE-ADV |
| Instrumentation | Piano, 4 Hands | Pages | 52 |
| Collection | Piano Duet | Year of Publication | 1986 |
| Genre | Classical | ||
Questions frequently asked
What level is required to play these Schumann pieces for piano four hands?
The indicated level is INTERMEDIATE-ADV, which assumes good sight-reading and solid piano technique. Playing as a duo notably requires precise coordination of breathing and tempo.
Is the collection intended for two pianists on the same piano?
The specified instrumentation is Piano, 4 Hands. The Primo and Secondo parts allow two performers to play on a single piano.
How many pages does Schirmer 12 Pieces for Large and Small Children Op. 85 contain?
This edition contains 52 pages.
Which musical aspects can be worked on with this collection?
Robert Schumann's writing allows work on dynamics, balance between melody and accompaniment, as well as phrase shaping. Transitions and joint articulation are also points addressed in piano four hands playing. Louis Oesterle's edition is presented from a pedagogical perspective.
In which language is this piano four hands score published?
The indicated publication language is English. The collection belongs to the Piano Duet series and was published in 1986.
