Italian-born Classical period composer and pianist Muzio Clementi (1752-1832) spent much of his life in England as student, pianist, composer, conductor, a manufacturer who produced the first modern pianos, and music publisher. His eighty years spanned portions of many of music's greatest composers and he often played with them. He was also Beethoven's English publisher. While some of his works have disappeared from regular playing, many of his pieces are still popular. Among them are his sonatas and the studies of Gradus ad Parnassum.
Urtext in 60 volumes published by Ut Orpheus Edizioni. Contents and publication schedule, studies, chronology, bibliography, and discography in English and Italian. Includes information and online orders. www.muzioclementi.com
A new classical music publisher specializing in the piano music of Muzio Clementi that has been previously unpublished or is currently unavailable in modern notation. Includes a biography, scores, and sound files. www.wolfmusic-publications.com
Biography from the Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music. Over 50 complete files offered in MIDI, MP3, and Windows Media audio formats, including live recordings of featured artists. www.classicalarchives.com/bios/codm/clementi.html
A detailed biography by Charles K. Moss, listing his major compositions and giving details of his career composing, as music publisher, and as piano maker in London. Includes portrait. www.carolinaclassical.com/clementi/index.html
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