After several single pieces and several smaller piano cycles, in 1910 the recently composed Préludes, Premier Livre was published. The title draws on a traditional form, following Chopin’s example. In addition Debussy discreetly characterized his Préludes by dispensing with titles but giving the pieces programmatic directions at the end of each Prélude. This first volume became an immediate success and even today is considered to be the epitome of Debussy’s piano artistry. Some of these more substantial pieces are also within reach of those who do not intend to become concert pianists.
Content
Danseuses de Delphes (Level of difficulty: 5Info)
Voiles (Level of difficulty: 6Info)
Le vent dans la plaine (Level of difficulty: 7Info)
"Les sons et les parfums" (Level of difficulty: 6Info)
Les collines d'Anacapri (Level of difficulty: 7Info)
Des pas sur la neige (Level of difficulty: 4/5Info)
Ce qu'à vu le vent d'ouest (Level of difficulty: 7/8Info)
La fille aux cheveux de lin (Level of difficulty: 4/5Info)
La sérénade interrompue (Level of difficulty: 6/7Info)
La cathédrale engloutie (Level of difficulty: 6Info)
La danse de Puck (Level of difficulty: 7Info)
Minstrels (Level of difficulty: 6Info)
G. Henle Verlag
