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Debussy: Children's Corner
Composer: Claude Debussy
Editor: Hans Swarsenski
Publisher: Edition Peters
Dimensions: 9.1 in x 11.9 in
Debussy: Children's Corner
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Debussy: Children's Corner
Juilliard Store
144 West 66th Street
New York NY 10023
United States
Debussy: Children's Corner
Juilliard Store
144 West 66th Street
New York NY 10023
United States
First published in 1908, Claude Debussy's Children's Corner is regarded as a cornerstone of the piano repertoire. Although the six-movement suite for solo piano was dedicated to the composer's daughter and draws on the imaginative world of childhood, it is conceived for adult pianists. Rich in playful imagery, refined harmonic language, rhythmic subtlety, and technical sophistication, the work exemplifies Debussy's mature style and offers enduring rewards for performers and scholars alike. This edition includes a scholarly commentary by Dr. Julianne Lindberg, which contextualises the final movement, "Golliwogg's Cakewalk," by providing historical background and critical reflection, enabling performers and readers to engage with the work in an informed and responsible manner.
