These six intermediate-level sonatinas generally follow the traditional three-movement form (sonata-allegro, slow movement and rondo). Containing an excellent blend of Classical and Romantic period harmonies and lyric motives, the sonatinas lie well under the hands. A fresh alternative to Clementi's Sonatinas, Op. 36 and Diabelli's Sonatinas, Opp. 151 and 168.

(Faber Piano Adventures ). Includes the easier sonatas of Beethoven, Mozart, and Haydn. Contents include: Sonatina Op. 36, Nos. 4 & 6 (Clementi) * Sonatina Op. 54 No. 1 (Gurlitt) * Sonatina (Keller) * Sonatina Op. 88 Nos. 1 & 3 (Kuhlau) * Sonata Op. 49, No. 2 (Beethoven) * Sonata Hob. XVI/13 3rd mvt (Haydn) * Sonata K545 (Mozart) * Rondo a la Turk (from Sonata in a Major, K331) (Mozart) * and more.

In contrast to the numerous flashy "variations brilliantes" of the time, Mendelssohn composed his Variations sérieuses (Serious Variations) during the summer of 1841. These variations are considered to be among Mendelssohn's greatest works for solo piano. This edition contains background information, performance suggestions for each variation, editorial fingering, and both original and editorial pedal indications.