Books published by EDITION PETERS

Aimed at the beginner oboist, the exercises presented in this classic method, written by Gustav Adolf Hinke (1844-1893), will help to develop a strong tone and to practise good posture. The studies and scales will help to develop both technical control and awareness of style.

A new Urtext critical edition of Chopin's Ballades, edited by Jim Samson. Composed between 1831 and 1842, Chopin's four Ballades are among the most important works in the Romantic piano literature. The Complete Chopin, 'A New Critical Edition' from Edition Peters is a landmark in the publication of this composer's music. Three of the world's most respected Chopin specialists have been appointed as Series Editors: John Rink, Jim Samson and Jean-Jacques Eigeldinger. With further expertise provided by Christophe Grabowski, the Editorial Consultant, their unrivalled collective knowledge imbues this project with unique authority, drawing upon the latest international scholarship to ensure the stylistic integrity and consistency of the edition. Key Features include: An introductory essay in English, German and French examining the historical background, compositional features and performance practice issuesThe identification of, and adherence to, a single principal sourceA detailed and comprehensive critical commentaryChopin's authentic fingerings onlyEmphasis placed on retaining expressive features of the original notationNotes on the editorial principles and methodology guiding the whole project.

Songs for fourpart vocal groups.

Audition Excerpts from the Concert and Operatic Repertoire Flute Piccolo.

The object of this work is to furnish young players with as easy an introduction as possible to the art of playing on the pianoforte wrote Ferdinand Beyer in the preface to his Elementary Method, which has been a cornerstone of the piano education literature since it first appeared in 1860, and contains much essential technique and theory for the young and beginner musician. Printed on cream paper with weight, opacity and grain direction optimal for music publications, this classic Edition Peters publication is a must-have for any aspiring pianist.

Pachelbels exuberant and justly famous Canon may well have been first heard at the wedding of Johann Christoph Bach. Originally for small ensemble, Mary Cohens new arrangement of the work for solo piano or keyboard will suit players moving from easy towards intermediate repertoire.