Rachmaninoff: Selected Works: Piano
By Sergei Rachmaninoff / ed. Murray Baylor
Level: Early Advanced / Advanced
Item: 00-PB-0000642
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An anthology of selected works by Rachmaninoff based on the first editions corrected by the composer and the versions found in the Complete Works of Rachmaninoff published in Russia since 1949. Includes Prelude in C-sharp Minor, Op. 3, No. 2, Humoresque in G, Op. 10, No. 5 and many others. "Polichinelle in F-sharp Minor, Op. 3, No. 4" is a Federation Festivals 2016-2020 selection. A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection. A Federation Festivals 2024-2028 selection.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Masterwork Edition
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
112
SKU:
00-PB-0000642
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About the Composer: Sergei Rachmaninoff
Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) was a Russian composer, pianist, and conductor whose work bridged the Romantic era and the modern age. His piano compositions are cornerstones of the repertoire, marked by sweeping melodies, rich harmonies, and technical demands that reveal the hand of a virtuoso performer.
Rachmaninoff's early works established him as a major voice in late Romantic music. The pieces in this anthology span his creative arc and demonstrate his mastery of form, his gift for memorable themes, and his understanding of what pianists can accomplish at the keyboard. His music remains central to music education because it rewards both careful study and expressive risk-taking.
Why we love this
This anthology draws directly from authoritative sources, including the composer's own corrections to first editions and the Complete Works published in Russia. That scholarly foundation means your students are working with text that reflects Rachmaninoff's intentions. The inclusion of works selected for Federation Festivals across three cycles also signals that these pieces have proven their worth in the recital and competition sphere.
What to expect
Rachmaninoff's idiom is introspective yet virtuosic, suffused with the melancholy elegance of the Russian tradition. These works invite you into quiet introspection one moment and demand full command of the keyboard the next, with passages that sing against rippling accompaniments and harmonic shifts that feel both inevitable and surprising.
Who it's for
Advanced pianists preparing for recitals, competitions, or degree-level study will find substantial material here. Teachers building a coherent program of 20th-century repertoire can draw multiple selections from a single, authoritative source.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish a clear harmonic roadmap before diving into the surface detail. Rachmaninoff's late-Romantic harmony can feel luxurious; knowing exactly where the key centers shift will keep your interpretation grounded.
- Balance lyrical singing tone with rhythmic precision in the melody. These pieces demand both a beautiful sound and unwavering command of the pulse.
- Pay close attention to Rachmaninoff's dynamic markings and pedal indications. They are compositional choices, not suggestions; they shape the harmonic color.
How to use it
Use selections from this anthology to anchor a recital exploring Romantic and early modern piano music, or to build a thematic program around specific moods or formal structures. The variety of pieces allows you to program a complete concert from one source, ensuring stylistic coherence while offering contrasting character pieces.
Skills your students will build
- Interpreting late-Romantic harmony and chromatic voice leading
- Managing complex pedal work to shape harmonic color
- Balancing lyrical melody with accompanimental figuration
- Executing rapid passagework with clarity and control
- Reading and responding to detailed compositional markings