Mendelssohn - Fantasie, Op. 28 (PDF Sheet Music / Digital Download)

Felix Mendelssohn’s Fantasie in F-sharp minor, Op. 28—frequently referred to as the Sonate écossaise (Scottish Sonata)—is a masterwork of Early Romantic pianism that seamlessly bridges improvisatory freedom with Classical structural logic. Drafted following his 1829 journey through Scotland, the three-movement work flows continuously from a brooding, arpeggio-laden opening movement into a delicate, serene central movement, before culminating in a tempestuous and virtuosic Presto finale. Marked by lush textures, dramatic contrasts, and Mendelssohn's signature lyrical elegance, the Fantasie demands both subtle tonal color and high-velocity dexterity, remaining one of his most compelling contributions to the solo piano repertoire.

This edition is a reissue of music originally published by C. F. Peters, Leipzig.