Rachmaninoff - Morceaux de fantaisie, Op. 3 (PDF Sheet Music / Digital Download)

Embark on a captivating journey into the formative years of Sergei Rachmaninoff's genius with his "Morceaux de fantaisie," Op. 3. Composed in 1892, this set of five distinct piano pieces offers a remarkable glimpse into the burgeoning Romantic style that would define his legendary career, showcasing a youthful yet unmistakable mastery of melody, harmony, and dramatic expression.

The collection begins with the poignant Élégie in E-flat minor (No. 1), setting a deeply expressive and contemplative tone. This leads directly into the iconic Prélude in C-sharp minor (No. 2), a piece that brought Rachmaninoff international fame almost overnight with its majestic, bell-like chords and powerful intensity. Following this dramatic centerpiece are the lyrical Mélodie in E major (No. 3), a tender "song without words" that highlights his gift for soaring lines.

The set continues with the spirited Polichinelle in F-sharp minor (No. 4), a character piece infused with a theatrical, almost mischievous energy that contrasts lively sections with moments of introspection. Concluding the collection is the enchanting Sérénade in B-flat minor (No. 5), a graceful and atmospheric work that further demonstrates his evocative command of the keyboard.

This edition is a reissue of Rachmaninoff’s piano music originally published by Polnoe Sobrannie Sochinenni dlia Fortepiano.