Variations on the Spanish Fandango for Fortepiano – Félix Máximo López
Variations on the Spanish Fandango for Fortepiano – Félix Máximo López (1742–1821)
2025 Revised Urtext Edition – Following the historic first scholarly publication (2000, ICCMU: “Integral de la Música Para Clave y Pianoforte”)
This newly revised 2025 edition presents Félix Máximo López’s “Variations on the Spanish Fandango”, the composer’s only surviving solo work explicitly marked “for Fortepiano”. Originally published for the first time in history in 2000 (ICCMU, Integral de la Música Para Clave y Pianoforte), this score now returns in a refined Urtext revision, building upon 25 years of performance, research, and editorial practice.
The Fandango, a quintessential Spanish dance, had already captivated 18th-century European audiences with its rhythmic drive and exotic flair. López’s variations for fortepiano encapsulate the festive spirit of this national dance while showcasing the expressive capabilities of the newly emerging keyboard instrument at the Spanish court.
New Features of the 2025 Revision:
Enhanced editorial precision, correcting minor issues from the original 2000 edition
Refined and performance-tested fingering suggestions, reflecting 25 years of concert experience with the work
Additional critical annotations with proposed performance considerations and interpretative insights
Maintains full Urtext integrity, remaining as faithful as possible to the original manuscript
This edition offers performers and scholars the definitive version of López’s Fandango Variations, balancing rigorous fidelity to the source with the practical wisdom of ongoing performance tradition.
Why this piece matters:
The Fandango Variations is a rare jewel in López’s output, not only because of its explicit dedication to the fortepiano, but also because it bridges Spanish folk idioms with 18th-century variation form, situating López alongside European contemporaries who explored the charm of national dance styles in art music.
Edition Highlights:
Urtext score based on the original manuscript
2025 refined critical revision of the groundbreaking 2000 edition
Fingering, suggested performance notes, and interpretive considerations included
Essential for pianists, fortepianists, and scholars of Spanish keyboard music
This publication establishes a milestone in the modern recovery of Félix Máximo López’s keyboard legacy, offering both historical authenticity and practical usability for today’s performers.
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