Piano

 

The books listed in this guide cover the field of classical piano literature and pianists. Materials meant for purely pedagogical use have been excluded. The guide is divided into four sections: 1) Bibliography/Biography; 2) Discography; 3) Indexes/Catalogs; 4) Repertoire guides. All the books are located in the reference collection of the Music Library and do not circulate.

BIBLIOGRAPHY/BIOGRAPHY

Dubal, David. The Art of the Piano: Its Performers, Literature, and Recordings. New York: Summit Books, 1989.
ML105.D8 1989 MUSIC REF

A general account of pianists and piano literature. The first section contains biographical material on history's best-known concert pianists. The second section lists significant works in the piano literature, both solo and concerto, with a brief discussion of each composition. The author also includes recordings which he considers exceptional. Includes a thorough index.

Gillespie, John. A Bibliography of Nineteenth-Century American Piano Music. Westport, CT: Greenwood Press, 1984.
ML128.P3 G54 1984 MUSIC REF

A select bibliography of available American piano music from the late 18th century into the 20th century. Includes both "serious" and "salon" music. All items in the bibliography are supposedly available via xerox or microfilm copy from the holding libraries. The main bibliography includes sections on solo literature, piano duets, two pianos, and piano with orchestra. It is arranged alphabetically by composer with title of composition, publisher information, holding library with catalog number, and occasional annotations. Also, it contains a substantial section of composer biographies as well as appropriate appendixes of abbreviations.

Guide de la musique de piano et de clavecin. Paris: Fayard, 1987.
ML128.P3 G85x 1987 MUSIC STACKS

A descriptive guide to piano literature. Includes a brief biographical sketch of each composer and a thorough description of each work. In French.

Hinson, Maurice. The Pianist's Reference Guide: A Bibliographical Survey. Los Angeles: Alfred Publishing Co., 1987.
ML128.P3 H54 1987 MUSIC REF

A bibliography of about 1000 books, theses and dissertations related to the piano, piano literature, and its performance. Listed alphabetically by author with standard bibliographic information and brief annotations. Access to the main listing is through a wide range of subject and composer indexes.

Kehler, George. The Piano in Concert. 2 vol. Metuchen, NJ: Scarecrow, 1982.
ML105.K43 MUSIC REF

The work lists around two thousand pianists, primarily of the 19th and 20th centuries. Entries are alphabetical and include a brief biographical sketch, a list of programs played, and bibliographical citations for published reviews of the programs. It also includes a brief history of the piano concert/recital.

Lyle, Wilson. A Dictionary of Pianists. London: R. Hale, 1985.
ML105.L9 1985b MUSIC REF

A biographical dictionary of over 4,000 professional pianists, covering a period of around 200 years. Entries include lists of pupils and some recording information. An appendix lists winners of international piano competitions and medallists of conservatories and schools.

Meggett, Joan M. Keyboard Music by Women Composers: A Catalog and Bibliography. Westport, CT: Greenwood, 1981.
ML128.H35 M43 MUSIC REF

A comprehensive catalog of works by and about 290 women composers from the 17th to the 20th centuries. The main body of the volume lists composers alphabetically and includes brief biographical information, major fields of composition, all keyboard music composed, selected writings, and a bibliography of books and articles about the composer. It also contains an extensive list of sources, and 5 appendixes, including a supplementary listing and discography. This work includes compositions for harpsichord and organ, as well as the piano.

Palmieri, Robert. Piano Information Guide: An Aid to Research. New York: Garland, 1989.
ML128.P3 P34 1989 MUSIC REF

A bibliography of books and articles on the piano and piano music. The first section covers the instrument and includes encyclopedias and dictionaries, historical studies, and works on construction and manufacturing. The second section is devoted to piano music and also includes historical studies as well as the music of specific composers. Thorough indexing.

Phemister, William. American Piano Concertos: A Bibliography. Detroit: Published for the College Music Society, Information Coordinators, 1985.
ML128.P3 P5 1985 MUSIC REF

A bibliography of 1123 concertos by 801 composers in both published and manuscript form. It is arranged alphabetically by composer. Entries include composer's name and dates, nationality (includes some foreign-born composers), title, title and/or tempo of each movement, publisher or manuscript, date of composition, duration, orchestration, first performance, recordings, reviews of performances or recording, and principal sources of information.

Rezits, Joseph. The Pianist's Resource Guide: Piano Music in Print and Literature on the Pianistic Art, 1978-79. Park Ridge, IL: Pallma Music Co., 1978.
ML128.P3 R5 1978 MUSIC REF

Because of the age of this work it is no longer reliable as a resource for in-print information. The bibliography of literature on the piano is limited to books published in English and includes over 2300 works. This section is divided into 4 parts. The author index includes all pertinent bibliographic information, as well as library locations. There is a title index and 2 classification indexes, one general and one more specific. Also includes an annotated guide to 118 books selected and evaluated by the author.

Schulz, Ferdinand F. Pianographie. 2nd ed. Recklinghausen: Piano-Verlag, 1982.
ML128.P3 S38 1982 MUSIC REF

A bibliography of literature on the piano, including sections on the works of specific composers, general history and guides, styles and forms, piano playing, pianists, piano making, and periodicals devoted to the piano. The work includes a large number of dissertations, particularly German and American. This second edition nearly triples the size of the first edition with around 2400 entries. Includes sections of publishers' and libraries' addresses, plus composer and author indexes.

DISCOGRAPHY

Basart, Ann Phillips. The Sound of the Fortepiano: A Discography of Recordings on Early Pianos. Berkeley, CA: Fallen Leaf Press, 1985.
ML156.4.P5 B3 1985 MUSIC REF

A discography of commercially produced, long-playing records of fortepiano music. Arranged in four main parts: 1) composer-title list with complete information on the recording; 2) listing by pianist; 3) listing of piano manufacturers; and 4) recordings listed by record manufacturer and label numbers. Indexes by performance medium, performers other than pianists, date of piano, and instrument collections and individual owners.

Methuen-Campbell, James. Catalogue of Recordings by Classical Pianists. Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire: Disco Epsom, 1984- .
ML156.4.P5 M47 1984 MUSIC REF

A catalog of recordings by classical pianists born up to and including 1872. Arranged alphabetically by performer with a brief biography of each. Includes record matrix numbers, when known, and catalog numbers.

INDEXES/CATALOGS

British Broadcasting Corporation. Central Music Library. Piano and Organ Catalogue. London: British Broadcasting Corporation, 1965.
ML128.P3 B7 MUSIC REF

A catalog of the keyboard music in the library of the BBC, including both printed and manuscript material. Arranged alphabetically by composer, followed by titles. Includes name of publisher, date when known, and performance duration for some items. Divided into sections for solos, duets, trios, 2 or more pianos, and single hand works.

Fuszek, Rita M. Piano Music in Collections: An Index. Detroit, MI: Information Coordinators, 1982.
ML128.P3 F87 1982 MUSIC REF

Indexes 496 collections of solo piano literature. Arranged in 2 main sections: a listing of pieces alphabetically by composer, and a list of the contents of each collection. Includes title index, and lists of composers' catalogues and editions.

REPERTOIRE GUIDES

Butler, Stanley. Guide to the Best in Contemporary Piano Music: Annotated List of Graded Solo Piano Music Published Since 1950. Metuchen, NJ: Scarecrow, 1973.
ML132.P3 B88 MUSIC REF

A graded list of approximately 825 contemporary works for the piano, excluding works for prepared piano. Both volumes are arranged by level of difficulty. Each entry contains standard bibliographic information plus a description of the work. Each volume contains indexes to composers and compositions, and to musical and pianistic features.

Chang, Frederic Ming. Team Piano Repertoire: A Manual of Music for Multiple Players at One or More Pianos. Metuchen, NJ: Scarecrow, 1976.
ML128.P3 C48 MUSIC REF

A bibliography of published music for multiple players at one or more pianos, arranged in alphabetical sections according to the number of players and instruments. Each entry contains a brief description, difficulty grading, and publication information. Also contains sections on arrangements and transcriptions, without description, and recordings. Does not include literature of duet music for children, teaching, or solo concertos with orchestra reduction.

Faurot, Albert. Concert Piano Repertoire: A Manual of Solo Literature for Artists and Performers. Metuchen, NJ: Scarecrow, 1974.
ML128.P3 F39 MUSIC REF

An annotated list of solo piano literature. Overshadowed by more recent and extensive bibliographies.

Hinson, Maurice. Guide to the Pianist's Repertoire. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press, 1973. Also supplement, 1979.
ML128.P3 H5x MUSIC REF

First edition and supplement of basic repertoire guide. Enlarged and updated in 2nd edition (see below).

Hinson, Maurice. Guide to the Pianist's Repertoire. 2nd ed., rev. and enl. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press, 1987.
ML128.P3 H5 1987 MUSIC REF

A guide to solo piano literature from 1700 to the present. Covers standard composers thoroughly and introduces contemporary composers of merit. The main section covers individual composers and their works in various editions and reproductions. A shorter second section lists anthologies and collections, both general and specific by country. Individual entries contain biographical and/or stylistic comments, general description of the work, grading of level of difficulty, and other pertinent information on editions, date of composition, etc. This work also contains many useful and interesting appendixes and indexes.

Hinson, Maurice. Music for More than One Piano: An Annotated Guide. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press, 1983.
ML128.P3 H52 1983 MUSIC REF

A guide to the literature for multiple pianos, including works for two or more pianos with other instruments, tape, and multiple performers. Main section arranged alphabetically by composer. Entries include title, publisher information, date, and frequently performance time. Each entry has a brief description and is graded as to difficulty.

Hinson, Maurice. Music for Piano and Orchestra: An Annotated Guide. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press, 1981.
ML128.P3 H53 MUSIC REF

A bibliographic guide to music for the piano and more than eight instruments. Covers the period from 1700 to the present and includes standard composers as well as contemporary composers of merit. Most works are for solo piano, but does include some chamber-like pieces. Main arrangement is alphabetical by composer. Each entry includes the title, publishing information, date, description of the work, and grade of difficulty. Some entries include biographical or stylistic comments after the composer's name. Includes annotated bibliography and indexes to various combinations of instruments.

Hinson, Maurice. The Piano in Chamber Ensemble: An Annotated Guide. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press, 1978.
ML128.C4 H5 MUSIC REF

A bibliographic guide to music for the piano and no more than 8 instruments. Covers the period from 1700 to the present, and includes standard composers as well as contemporary composers of merit, especially United States composers. Includes only works that involve the piano on an equal basis. The guide is arranged by numbers of instruments, i.e. duos, trios, quartets, etc. Within each category the arrangement is alphabetical by composer and includes title, publishing information, date, description of the work, and grade of difficulty. Includes annotated bibliography and composer index.

McGraw, Cameron. Piano Duet Repertoire: Music Originally Written for One Piano, Four Hands. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University Press, 1981.
ML128.P3 M2 MUSIC REF

Comprehensive listing of literature for piano duet, covering all periods. Arranged alphabetically by composer with brief identification for most. Entries include title, key signatures, opus numbers, date of composition, publisher, location of manuscript when possible, and descriptive comments including approximate level of difficulty. Includes indexes of music publishers and library locations.

Thematic Guide to Piano Literature: An Easy-to-Use Reference that Identifies and Specifies Grade Levels of Solo Piano Works. 5 vols. New York: G. Schirmer, 1982- .
ML132.P3 T47x MUSIC REF

A graded thematic guide to the standard piano literature. Vol. 1 contains easy pieces of Bach and Handel, sonatinas of various composers, and sonatas of Haydn; vol. 2 works of Mozart and Beethoven; vol. 3 of Chopin and Mendelssohn; vol. 4 of Schubert and Schumann; vol. 5 of Franz Liszt. Each composer is treated extensively but not comprehensively. Contains various grading charts in addition to the main thematic sections.