Chopin: Rondos, Opp. 1, 5 & 16
National Edition Volume 8 A VIII
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- Composer: Frédéric Chopin
- Editor: Jan Ekier
- Instrumentation: Piano
- ISBN:
- Urtext / Critical Edition
Description
The Rondos of, Op. 1, 5 and 16 were written during composition studies with Elsner, and combine virtuosic texture with folk themes typical of the era. Melodies, with the exception of folk themes, are richly ornamented. The Rondos often feature scales and arpeggio passages, showing virtuoso bravura.
Series A. Works published during Chopin`s lifetime. Volume VIII.
Rondo in C Major for 2 pianos, published posthumously, is to be found in volume 35 B IX.