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Concerto No. 2 in G Major & Concerto No. 3 in E-flat Major Arranged for Two Pianos
Author(s): Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky (Author), Daniel Glover
- Publisher: Dover Publications
- Publication Date: March 21, 2013
- Language: English
- Print length: 192 pages
- ISBN-10: 0486490211
- ISBN-13: 9780486490212
Book Description
This new edition of Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concertos Nos. 2 and 3 unites both works for the first time in a single score. In addition to a difficult-to-find version of Tchaikovsky’s original Piano Concerto No. 2 in G major, this edition features Alexander Siloti’s suggested revisions. Although Siloti had the composer’s permission to edit the work, he significantly shortened the second movement despite Tchaikovsky’s objections, and published the concerto with his own revisions after the composer’s untimely death. Piano Concerto No. 2 is usually performed with Siloti’s cuts; this edition offers performers both versions.
Originally intended as a symphony, the Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-flat major was published as a one-movement work. The piece contains a massive piano cadenza of striking virtuosity, surpassing even that of the Piano Concerto No. 1 in both brilliance and difficulty. Pianists will appreciate this comprehensive and modestly priced two-piano edition of two major romantic virtuoso works.
Originally intended as a symphony, the Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-flat major was published as a one-movement work. The piece contains a massive piano cadenza of striking virtuosity, surpassing even that of the Piano Concerto No. 1 in both brilliance and difficulty. Pianists will appreciate this comprehensive and modestly priced two-piano edition of two major romantic virtuoso works.
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About the Author
Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893) ranks among the most beloved of Russian composers. Thanks to his technical skill and strict work habits, his wide-ranging output includes symphonies, operas, ballets, instrumental and chamber music, and songs. Pianist Daniel Glover has performed throughout the world and served on the faculties of New York University and colleges in the Virgin Islands and San Francisco.
