Name: Zes Gezichten op de Fuji
SKU: FE019
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In Six Views of Mount Fuji (1923), Bernard van den Sigtenhorst Meyer presents a series of musical impressions inspired by Hokusai’s iconic prints of the sacred mountain. Each of the six pieces captures a distinct atmosphere, ranging from serene stillness to playful delicacy, from the gentle patter of rain and snow to the undulating motion of surrounding waves. The music is introspective and evocative, characterized by transparent textures and a subtle harmonic language that, while reminiscent of Debussy, possesses a uniquely personal voice.

Sigtenhorst Meyer’s compositional style bridges late Romanticism, Impressionism, exoticism, and modernity. His affinity for Eastern imagery, particularly following his travels to Java, infuses his work with a contemplative and atmospheric quality. In Six Views of Mount Fuji, this manifests as a delicate balance between melodic prominence and nuanced harmonic color, offering pianists an opportunity to explore a rich palette of expressive nuances. The suite’s varied movements provide both technical engagement and interpretative depth, making it a rewarding addition to any pianist’s repertoire.

This Urtext edition is based on the original Dutch publication from 1923 and adheres closely to the composer’s intentions. Edited by renowned Dutch pianist and pedagogue Marius van Paassen—who was the first to record Sigtenhorst Meyer’s piano music and has long championed his work—this edition combines scholarly precision with deep performance insight.

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Composer: Bernard van den Sigtenhorst Meyer (1888–1953)
Edition: Urtext (FE019)
Pages: 20 (12 + VIII) pages.
Difficulty: Level 7–8 / 10
Editor: Marius van Paassen
Paper: A4, 120 gsm cream (Clairefontaine)
Binding: Black steel wire binding

Composer: Bernard van den Sigtenhorst Meyer (1888–1953)
Edition: Urtext (FE019)
Pages: 20 (12 + VIII) pages.
Difficulty: Level 7–8 / 10
Editor: Marius van Paassen

An Urtext edition presents the music as faithfully as possible to the composer’s intentions. It is based on all available primary sources—first editions, autograph manuscripts, and reliable contemporary copies—and reproduces the musical text without arbitrary additions or editorial rewriting. At Felix Editions, editorial intervention is limited to the correction of obvious errors and is documented in the critical notes, ensuring historical accuracy together with practical clarity for performers.

For lesser-known composers, surviving sources are often exceptionally rare—sometimes only a single print or manuscript. Preparing an Urtext under such conditions requires careful reconstruction and cross-verification of fragmentary evidence. Our editions therefore combine scholarly rigour with curatorial work, making otherwise inaccessible music available in its most authentic form.

Each publication is produced to high standards of clarity, durability, and aesthetic refinement. Scores are printed on archival-grade, acid-free paper, chosen for its pleasant texture, natural colour, and stability over time.

Depending on page count, albums appear in two formats:

– Saddle-stitched for shorter works;

– Black wire binding for larger volumes, allowing pages to turn easily and remain open on the stand.

Every title is beautifully typeset to enhance both appearance and usability. Proportion and spacing are carefully balanced for legibility; page turns are planned so that, wherever possible, they avoid technically demanding passages. The result is a publication that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to play or read.

Dimensions	29,7 × 21 × 2 cm
Edition	Print, Download

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Sigtenhorst Meyer: Zes Gezichten op de Fuji

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