The preface to this historically informed edition contains a thorough discussion of pedaling, tempo, ornamentation and rubato in Chopin's piano music in general and the preludes specifically.
Profile by a legendary conductor and performer exploresthe composer's works and concert performances plus hisroles as teacher andPolish nationalist, relationships withLiszt andSand, chronic illness, andtormented, sensitive nature."
A leading musician of his time, Chopin’s ‘Heroic Polonaise’ is one of his most performed pieces. This volume is a fine example of the composer’s work and is a fantastic addition to any classical musician’s repertoire.