Witold Lutoslawski

Paganini Variations for Solo Piano and Orchestra

Witold Lutosławski’s “Paganini Variations” are among the most thrilling and virtuosic works in modern concert literature. Originally composed for two pianos in war-torn Warsaw in 1941 and masterfully orchestrated for piano and orchestra in 1978, Niccolò Paganini’s famous 24th Caprice is reinvented here with captivating rhythmic drive and daring harmonies. This high-quality edition from renowned publisher Chester Music features the demanding solo piano part. It provides soloists with the perfect foundation to prepare and master the high-energy, virtuosic dialogue with the orchestra. A spectacular masterpiece brimming with pianistic brilliance and orchestral color – an essential highlight for any advanced concert repertoire.