Schumann: Papillons

Robert Schumann wrote this intriguing set of 12 pieces over a period of several years, between the ages of 19 and 21. The English translation of the word ‘papillons’ means ‘butterflies’, yet it was the closing ‘Ball Scene’ from a fancy costume ball at a carnival in one of Schumann’s favorite novels, Flegeljahre (Years of Indiscretion), by ‘Jean Paul’ that actually suggested and inspired this playful series of sketches.

Additional Information

SKU#: 00-4800
UPC: 038081049120
Series: Alfred Masterwork Edition
Secondary Category: Piano Collection
Format: Book
Page Count: 24
Contributors: By Robert Schumann / ed. Maurice Hinson
Level: Early Advanced – (6+)
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