Edexcel AoS2: Clara Schumann Piano Trio in G minor, Op. 17 (first movement)

David Guinane
Friday, June 1, 2018

The G minor Piano Trio is undoubtedly one of Clara Schumann's best-known compositions, and a fine example of Romantic chamber music. This resource covers the essential musical features of the work, as well as important contextual information, and suggestions for wider listening and research. Since this information is available from multiple sources, in order to avoid unnecessary repetition I'll also present a number of potential approaches to studying this set work with A level students.