Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54 - Schumann Misc As always in Henle’s Bartók

As always in Henle’s Bartók editions

That the young violinist made a positive impression on the composer is confirmed in the latter’s correspondence following their joint performance

leading to performances at iconic venues like Paco Park

In the HHA these readings

This is one of Schumann’s most popular piano cycles which is highly ranked in Romantic piano literature

Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54 - Schumann Misc As always in Henle’s BartókAs did many piano virtuosi at the time, Robert Schumann also dreamt of presenting himself to the public simultaneously as a pianist and composer with his own piano concerto. He had made several first attempts at an early age. In the years that followed he felt himself increasingly drawn towards the idea of a freer formal conception. The sketch of a single movement Phantasie finally became the opening movement of the famous work, that is now being