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Nocturnes, Book 1: Nos. 1-10 (ed. Debussy): Piano, Collections, Book

By Frederic Chopin, ed. Claude Debussy

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This fine collection of all nineteen of Frédéric Chopin's (1810-1849) distinguished NOCTURNES has been edited by fellow master composer Claude Debussy (1862-1918). Reprint edition in two volumes: Book 1 includes Nos. 1-10 and Book 2 includes Nos. 11-19. Included in Book 1: 1. Nocturne No. 1 in B-flat minor, Op. 9, No. 1; 2. Nocturne No. 2 in E-flat, Op. 9, No. 2; 3. Nocturne No. 3 in B, Op. 9, No. 3; 4. Nocturne No. 4 in F, Op. 15, No. 1; 5. Nocturne No. 5 in F-sharp, Op. 15, No. 2; 6. Nocturne No. 6 in G minor, Op. 15, No. 3; 7. Nocturne No. 7 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27, No. 1; 8. Nocturne No. 8 in D-flat, Op. 27, No. 2; 9. Nocturne No. 9 in B, Op. 32, No. 1; 10. Nocturne No. 10 in A-flat, Op. 32, No. 2.

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Series: Master Keyboard Series - LudwigMasters
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
ISBN10: 8-892707-69-8
ISBN13: 979-8-892707-69-5
UPC: 659859178103
SKU: 36-M334591
Instrumentation: Solo Piano

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About the Composer: Frederic Chopin

Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) revolutionized piano music by treating the instrument as a voice in its own right. A Polish composer who spent much of his creative life in Paris, Chopin built an entire aesthetic around the singing quality of the keyboard, blending the operatic idiom of his era with virtuosic keyboard writing that demanded unprecedented control and poetry from performers.

Chopin's nocturnes stand as perhaps his most enduring contribution to the piano repertoire. Inspired by the vocal nocturnes of John Field, Chopin transformed the form into a vehicle for intimate expression, where delicate ornamentation, subtle harmonic adventurousness, and psychological depth replace the straightforward display of earlier examples. These works remain central to any serious pianist's education.

Why we love this

Debussy's editorial hand brings distinctive intelligence to these seminal works. Rather than imposing modern interpretive fashions, his annotations honor Chopin's intentions while offering the insight of one master to pianists navigating music that demands equal parts clarity and reverie. This collection gives advanced students access to ten of the most frequently performed nocturnes in a single volume, making it practical for building a deep familiarity with the genre.

What to expect

These nocturnes evoke twilight reverie and intimate confession. Chopin's languid melodies float above gently rocking accompaniments, inviting the listener into a private emotional space where time feels suspended. The writing balances virtuosic passage work with passages of stunning simplicity, creating a world of poetic restraint and hidden depths.

Who it's for

Advanced pianists preparing recital repertoire, music conservatory students studying the Romantic piano canon, and teachers seeking an authoritative edition for private instruction. This collection serves pianists ready to engage with music of psychological nuance and technical refinement.

How to get the most out of it

  • Distinguish between the lyrical melodic line and the accompanying figures; the melody should sing with vocal phrasing while accompaniment remains transparent and rhythmically supple.
  • Approach ornamentation as expressive content, not decoration. Each turn, trill, and embellishment should emerge from the emotional arc of the phrase rather than interrupt it.
  • Experiment with rubato within a steady harmonic foundation. The left hand often maintains pulse while the right hand breathes and shapes the line, a technique that defines the nocturne's character.
  • Pay close attention to dynamic gradation across long phrases; these works unfold through subtle shifts in color and volume rather than dramatic contrasts.

How to use it

Program individual nocturnes as standalone recital pieces or group three to four together as a thematic suite exploring different facets of the form. The variety of keys and moods within this book allows flexible programming; pair shorter nocturnes with larger works or use them as transitions between contrasting pieces on a formal concert.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing tone production on the piano and control of melodic line independence from accompaniment
  • Execution of ornaments with rhythmic clarity and expressive purpose
  • Management of rubato within a steady harmonic pulse
  • Dynamic shaping across extended phrases and harmonic progressions
  • Pedal technique for creating harmonic color and sustaining long-line melody
  • Navigation of Chopin's frequent key signatures and harmonic language

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