Franz Schubert’s piano works form an essential part of the core piano repertoire. Rich in lyricism, harmonic warmth, and poetic depth, they represent the intimate and expressive heart of the early Romantic style.
This volume includes Schubert’s most frequently performed shorter piano works:
- Four Impromptus, D 899 (Op. 90)
- Four Impromptus, D 935 (Op. 142)
- Six Moments musicaux, D 780 (Op. 94)
Together, these pieces combine song?like melodies with imaginative textures and expressive contrasts, offering pianists both technical refinement and deep musical storytelling.
About This Edition (Henle)
This edition was first published in 1948, the founding year of G. Henle Verlag. The editor and fingering contributor was the legendary pianist Walter Gieseking, whose interpretations of Schubert remain highly admired.
Henle has also issued separate single editions (“offprints”) of selected works from this volume — including the individual Impromptus from Op. 90 and the Moments musicaux — all with identical musical text.
Why FHK Teachers Recommend It
FHK teachers recommend this collection because it:
- Develops lyrical tone and cantabile playing
- Strengthens control of voicing and balance
- Encourages expressive phrasing and harmonic awareness
- Provides essential Romantic repertoire for recitals and examinations
Suitable for intermediate to advanced pianists, these masterpieces combine accessibility with profound musical depth, making them indispensable in serious piano study.
