Mertz: Collection of Works for Guitar and Piano - Facsimile Edition Johann Kaspar Mertz (1806–1856) left behind numerous duets for guitar and piano (Duetten für Guitarre und Pianoforte), many of which were co-written with his pianist wife, Josephine, or written for their performances. Major Duets for Guitar and Piano Mertz's duet works are characterized by a style strongly influenced by composers like Mendelssohn and Chopin, who were influenced by the piano. [Tracklist] ▪️Mazurka for guitar and piano, Op. 40 A lively Polish dance in 3/4 time, characterized by rhythmic fluctuations (rubato). ▪️Barcarole for guitar and piano, Op. 41 A work published as a collaboration with Josephine, featuring a unique rhythm that imitates the songs of Venetian gondoliers. ▪️Divertissement on Rigoletto for guitar and piano, Op. 60 A technically brilliant and flamboyant work based on themes from Verdi's opera "Rigoletto." ▪️"Einsiedlers Waldglöcklein" (Hermit's Forest Bells) is a romantic and emotional miniature written as a duet for guitar and piano (Duetten für Guitarre und Pianoforte). ▪️"Wasserfahrt am Traunsee" (Boat Ride on Lake Traun) features lyrical and romantic melodies, as if depicting the scenery of Lake Traun in Austria. It is a beautiful piece that is impressive to perform. This score was purchased 20-30 years ago for 6,100 yen. It is now out of print and a valuable score that is difficult to obtain. Since it is divided into piano and guitar parts, you can start practicing immediately. For the guitar, please use a capo on the 3rd fret. All of them are very beautiful songs. Suitable for concerts. The cover and paper have some wrinkles and stains, but the two scores inside show very little aging and are in very good condition.