String Trios and Duos (parts) by Ludwig van Beethoven
Urtext edition by Emil Platen. Published by Henle
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) was the most influential and admired composer of the Romantic Era, and is considered today to be among the greatest composers of classical music to ever live. His music is known variously for its compositional rigor, sublime beauty, organic development, gripping urgency, and life-affirming, universal humanism. He left a significant mark on almost every classical genre he worked in, from string quartets to symphonies.
Beethoven's five string trios are relatively early, classical works, all composed in a space of about two years, from 1797-99. Though light and resembling divertimentos, they are Beethoven thru and thru. This Henle urtext collection brings together all five trios, as well as the curious duo for viola and cello ''Duet for two obligato eyeglasses''. Edited by Emil Platen. Parts only. Advanced level, grade 5.
CONTENTS:
- String Trio in E-flat Major, Op.3
- Serenade in D Major, Op.8
- String Trio in G Major, Op.9/1
- String Trio in D Major, Op.9/2
- String Trio in C minor, Op.9/3
- Duo ''Duet for two obligato eye-glasses'' for Viola and Cello in E-flat Major, WoO 32
