Inspired by the verse of the German romantic poets Franz Schubert achieved glittering fame as a creator of the 19th-century lied long before public recognition of his symphonies assured his place in music. In 10 years Schubert composed over 600 lieder whose charming melodies harmonic invention and depth of emotion rank them at the top of the form. This volume offers 59 favourite songs from the standard Breitkopf and Hartel complete-score edition of 1884-97. Includes Das Wanderer Die Forelle and Schwanengesang.