Franz Schubert

Sonata in A minor 'Arpeggione' D 821

Franz Schubert's famous Sonata in A minor, D 821—originally composed for the now-rare arpeggione—is one of the most evocative and beloved masterpieces of the Romantic era. In this exquisite arrangement for flute and piano from the renowned publisher Bärenreiter, the work unfolds its distinctive, melancholic, and elegant charm in a captivating new light. The flowing cantilenas and virtuosic passages suit the expressive nature of the flute perfectly. This edition is based on the authoritative Urtext of the New Schubert Edition, combining supreme musicological precision with practical playability. It includes both the performance score and the separate flute part. A true highlight and an indispensable addition to the repertoire of discerning flutists—ideal for recitals, auditions, and sophisticated chamber music making.