Robert Schumann
1810-1856
Robert Schumann was a leading German Romantic composer born in Zwickau. His poetic style reflects his deep literary sensibility, and his wife Clara Schumann was herself a renowned pianist and composer. His pedagogical piano collection Album for the Young remains beloved for its simple yet evocative miniatures for children and families. This site includes pieces from that collection and from Kinderszenen, Op. 15.
Works by Schumann (29 pieces)
Album for the Young Op.6820
A collection of 43 piano pieces Schumann gave to his daughter Marie for her seventh birthday — musically rich works enjoyable for children and adults alike.
Albumblätter Op.1241
A set of 20 short pieces Schumann composed at various points in his life, gathering contrasting moods into a single varied collection.
Kinderszenen Op.157
A suite of 13 pieces Schumann composed in 1838, including "Träumerei," evoking an adult's poetic recollection of childhood.
3 Romanzen Op.281
Three romances Schumann composed in 1839, marked by lyrical, beautiful melodies typical of Romantic-era piano music.