Saint Saens-Intro

Preface:

• Piano transcriptions are wonderful because the pianist can enjoy music that is not
  specifically written for the piano.
• In PTX editions, the author’s primary goal is fidelity, and keeping what the composer originally intended is very important.
• The liberties taken were aimed at the most pianist way of playing certain passages without altering the original essence intended by the composer.
• Ossia passages and Primo passages both offer unique treatments and do not have to be taken literally.
• In the PTX edition, there are notes written that can be omitted, if it serves the performance.
• Some of the notes written are not essential to the overall composition of the transcription.
• Unique approaches to the performance are encouraged, as the performer is welcome to express their individuality and imagination.
• Feel free to personalize your performance of the piece to make it your own.