Pianists, when learning repertoire, are not always aware of the challenges faced in producing a published edition. Some composers seem to frequently change their minds, making it difficult for scholars to agree upon a definitive score. Piano Sonata No. 2, Op. 53, by Alberto Ginastera is an interesting case study. I first encountered this work when ...

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1961-premiere of Albert Ginastera Piano Concerto No. 1, in Washington D.C. It was first performed by the pianist João Carlos Martins and the National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Howard Mitchell in Washington D.C.  and the concerto was Ginastera's first composition for piano since his Piano Sonata No. 1, Op. 22...