In Espana: Six Album Leaves, Op. 165, Albeniz magically transports the listener to colorful locations, each with its own special Spanish flavor. These musical “postcards” are not particularly difficult to play, and are somewhere between the late intermediate and early advanced levels.
This edition aids in interpretation through added fingerings, pedal and indications for subtle changes in tempo, which are integral to the performance of Spanish music.
Dr. Kuehl-White studied in Barcelona with legendary Spanish pianist Alicia de Larrocha, who provided a tremendous legacy regarding the performance practice traditions of Albeniz’s music. Espana was initially published with many errors and omissions. Over the years, editors have produced new editions with some corrections, but little interpretive assistance. This edition not only contains numerous corrections, but also aids in interpretation through various additions in the score.
Titles: Prelude * Tango * Malaguena * Serenata * Capricho Catalan * Zortzico.
Contents
About the Composer
About the Music
About This Edition
Editorial Considerations
ESPAñA: SIX ALBUM LEAVES, Op. 165
Glossary of Spanish Terms
No. 1, Prelude
No. 2, Tango
No. 3, Malagueña
No. 4, Serenata
No. 5, Capricho Catalan
No. 6, Zortzico
Performance Suggestions
