Symphony in D minor

Richard Strauss, a prodigious composer from a young age, demonstrated remarkable mastery in his early works, such as his Sinfonie d-Moll (Symphony in D minor), which was premiered in March 1881. This symphony, characterised by its mature sophistication and ingenuity, is a testament to Strauss's early prodigiousness as a composer.

The scholarly edition 'Richard Strauss Werke - Kritische Ausgabe', published by the renowned Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities and at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, is dedicated to this extraordinary symphony with unrivalled precision.This volume contains the score of the Sinfonie d-Moll, based on comprehensive source studies and critical evaluation of all available manuscripts. The symphony is presented in a version that reproduces Strauss's original musical vision with the utmost fidelity. This critical work provides insights into the genesis and performance history of the Sinfonie d-Moll, drawing upon Richard Strauss's extensive correspondence and the editors' meticulous research. The edition is distinguished by a meticulous separation of Strauss's original musical text from subsequent interventions by his father, thereby significantly enhancing the fidelity of the work.The volume also comprises a critical report that meticulously documents the entire editing process, including a comprehensive description of the sources utilised and a detailed account of all editorial decisions.This transparent methodology renders the edition an invaluable resource for musicologists, conductors and musicians alike.

Beyond its academic merits, this edition offers enthusiasts of Richard Strauss's music a unique opportunity to gain deeper insight into the genesis of one of his earliest orchestral compositions.