Schumann, solo piano literature : a comprehensive guide : annotated and evaluated with thematics / edited by Carolyn Maxwell, William DeVan ; assistant editors, Charles Shadle, Joan Forsyth ; contributers, Christine Armstrong, William DeVan, Joan Forsyth, Mary Mosher Humm, Gayle Kliever, Charles Shadle, Dennis Varley.

Format Book
Publication InfoBoulder, CO : Maxwell Music Evaluation, ©1984.
Descriptionviii, 331 pages ; 21 cm
Subjects

Other author/creatorMaxwell, Carolyn, editor.
Other author/creatorDeVan, William, editor.
Other author/creatorShadle, Charles, editor.
Other author/creatorForsyth, Joan, editor, contributor.
Other author/creatorArmstrong, Christine, editor.
Contents Contents by opus number -- German titles in alphabetical order -- English titles in alphabetical order -- Foreword -- Schumann piano music critiques -- Introduction to the sonatas.
Abstract This book provides the musician with an invaluable guide to the innovative keyboard works of the genius of the romantic era, Robert Schumann. Complete with thematics, this survey reviews all of his published piano music in order of opus numbers. Each piece is graded according to level of difficulty, and a thorough description is provided. Pertinent historical background and acute critical observation make this book an indispensable tool for the student, teacher, and performing artist.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (page 327) and indexes.
LCCN 84210847
ISBN0912531010 (pbk.)