Mendelssohn: Children's Pieces, Op. 72: Piano Book
By Felix Mendelssohn
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A collection of piano solos composed by Felix Mendelssohn.
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Series:
Kalmus Edition
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
8
SKU:
00-PK-0003220
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About the Composer: Felix Mendelssohn
Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) was a German composer whose gift for melody and formal clarity defined the Romantic era. His music bridges Classical structure with Romantic expression, making his work essential to understanding nineteenth-century piano literature.
Mendelssohn composed extensively for keyboard throughout his career, from virtuosic concert pieces to intimate character studies. His pedagogical works demonstrate his belief that music for younger players need not sacrifice musical substance, a philosophy that shaped generations of music education.
Why we love this
These pieces balance musical integrity with genuine accessibility, giving intermediate pianists their first real encounter with Mendelssohn's lyric gift. The collection avoids both baby-music clichés and unnecessary technical barriers, letting the expressive content speak naturally.
What to expect
Charming yet never saccharine, these pieces evoke the intimate world of salon music without becoming sentimental. Mendelssohn's gift for melody shines through in every piece, creating moments of genuine poetic expression within modest technical demands.
Who it's for
Intermediate pianists ready to move beyond simplified arrangements into authentic Romantic repertoire. Students with solid technique and a developing sense of phrasing will find these pieces rewarding both musically and pedagogically.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the songlike quality of each piece. Mendelssohn's melodies sing most convincingly when phrased as if sung by voice, not merely displayed on keyboard.
- Shape the harmonic rhythm through touch. Romantic harmony moves in waves; let your wrist follow the color changes rather than treating every beat equally.
- Balance clarity with warmth. The Kalmus edition often reflects older engraving practices; listen carefully to ensure your pedal choices enhance resonance without muddying detail.
- Allow rubato where the character suggests it, especially in lyrical sections. Mendelssohn's notation is often spare, trusting performers to breathe musically.
How to use it
String these pieces together as a Mendelssohn recital segment, or program individual selections as concert openers and closers. They also serve beautifully as bridges between method book material and larger Classical-Romantic repertoire, showing students that compositional maturity exists at every difficulty level.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing Romantic melody with vocal weight and shape
- Understanding harmonic progression through listening and touch
- Reading and interpreting sparse notation in the Romantic style
- Balancing pedal color with textural clarity
- Recognizing and performing character pieces within formal structures