(PWM). The Rondos of Op. 1, 5 and 16 were written during composition
studies with Elsner, and combine virtuosic texture with folk themes
typical of the era. Melodies, with the exception of folk themes, are
richly ornamented. The Rondos often feature scales and arpeggio
passages, showing virtuoso bravura. (Note that the Rondo in C Major for
2 pianos is not included here, but published separately in 00132310.)
The National Edition of the Works of Fryderyk Chopin Published by PWM
Exclusively Distributed by Hal Leonard Corporation Co-Editors Jan Ekier
and Pawel Kaminski The objective of the National Edition is to present
Chopin's complete output in its authentic form, based on the entire body
of available sources. Sources were analyzed with up-to-date scientific
and musicological methodology. The National Edition was based on sources
originated from the composer, mainly autographs, copies of autographs
and first editions with the composer's corrections, and pupils' copies
with Chopin's annotations. In cases when original sources were lacking,
the closest possible materials were used. Collecting the source
materials was a laborious task which took years of effort. The
characteristics of sources, the links and discrepancies between them as
well as the reasons for particular editorial decisions are discussed in
the Source Commentary in each volume. The Performance Commentary
appended to each volume includes: the realization of ornaments, comments
on pedal markings (the original markings sometimes are inadequate, due
to the difference in sound between pianos used in Chopin`s times and
modern pianos), suggestions as to the "harmonic legato" (a performance
technique often used by Chopin and now forgotten). About the National
Edition Full Introduction to the Polish National Edition of the Works of
Fryderyk Chopin
