Schubert's Impromptus D. 899

[desordre]

 Dear Fellows:
 The repertory of the DipABRSM (as well as the ALCM) includes the third impromptu from this set, and the DipLCM includes the fourth. But, and that's my very simple question, what about the other two?
 Furthermore, what do you think about the impromptus of Schubert? Would you agree with me that they are masterpieces of music that are very underplayed? Share your thoughts!
 Best wishes!
 

[mephisto]

Are these the same as Op.90?

[desordre]

 Dear Mephisto:
 Yes, they are. The first two were published in 1827 (the same year the whole set was composed) as opus 90/1 and opus 90/2. The other two were published only in 1857 (opus 90/3 and opus 90/4).
 Best!

[ail]

I don't know if they are underplayed, but each one of them is for me a marvel to listen to, and I intend to play them some day. For a very good recording, look for Maria Joćo Pires who's got not only that set of impromptus but also the Op. 142, if I'm not mistaken, and some other small pieces.

I think the CD is called 'Le Voyage Magnifique'.

Alex

[cloches_de_geneve]

YES, they are incredible masterpieces, which in my experience are played quite a lot. Actually, I think it is very fortunate that they are not being played more often. Think of Beethoven Moonlight, Chopin Nocturnes op 9 or 27 or his 10/3 etude and how the most outstanding music can become nauseating to the ear if played too often.

Of the set I think that:

op 90/1 = The most dramatic
op 90/2 = The most effectful
op 90/3 = The most lovely (arguably of all short romantic piano pieces) 
op 90/4 = The most pianistic

As an encore I would pick 90/2 anytime.

[desordre]

 Dear Cloches:
 I like your list. By the way, I think you're right. It's a very delicate balance between playing a piece and playing it too much. Furthermore, poor opus 9 (number 2 specially), with so many bad performances.
 Best!

[ail]

YES, they are incredible masterpieces, which in my experience are played quite a lot. Actually, I think it is very fortunate that they are not being played more often. Think of Beethoven Moonlight, Chopin Nocturnes op 9 or 27 or his 10/3 etude and how the most outstanding music can become nauseating to the ear if played too often.

Of the set I think that:

op 90/1 = The most dramatic
op 90/2 = The most effectful
op 90/3 = The most lovely (arguably of all short romantic piano pieces) 
op 90/4 = The most pianistic

As an encore I would pick 90/2 anytime.

:-) Well, here's my list of preference to play:

no. 3
no. 1
no. 2
no. 4

I like this set much more than the Op. 142., although there is one there that can rival these.

Alex