composed by Schumann
The Six Etudes were originally for the Pedal Piano, which is rarely met at the present day. So these pieces are not so famous, however, they are very beautiful.
3 min.
No.1, Non Troppo Presto
This Opus 56-1 sounds like interactions between two streams of water.
Score & part notes
- String Trio (Violin, Viola & Violoncello)
- Clarinet Trio
4 min.
No.2, Con Intima Espressione
This Opus 56-2 is full of poetic sentiment and romance.
Score & part notes
- String Quaret (2 Violins, Viola & Violoncello)
- Wood Quartet (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet & Bassoon)
2 min.
No.3, Andantino
This Opus 56-3 creates the sensation of happiness.
Score & part notes
- String Quintet (2 Violins, 2 Violas & Violoncello)
4 min.
No.4, Con intimo sentimento/ Un poco piu mosso
This Opus 56-4 is full of esperance and happiness with a dramatic part of counterpoint.
Score & part notes
- String Quintet (2 Violins, 2 Violas & Violoncello)
3 min.
No.5, Non Troppo Presto
In this Opus 56-5, lilting notes are used, however the music is not fully lilting.
Score & part notes
- String Quaret (2 Violins, Viola & Violoncello)
- Wood Quartet (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet & Bassoon)
3 min.
No.6, Adagio
This Opus 56-6 is also beautiful with a feeling like participating phantasmagoria.
Score & part notes
- String Quaret (2 Violins, Viola & Violoncello)
- Oboe, Violoncello & Piano