Composer: Wiedemann, Ludwig

Instrumentation: Clarinet Solo

Editor: Klüger, Frank

Publisher: Breitkopf and Hartel

Ludwig Wiedemann’s 75 Etudes for Clarinet occupy a unique and respected place within the clarinetist’s pedagogical and artistic repertoire. Composed during the late 19th century—a period of significant innovation in clarinet design and technique—these etudes reflect both the technical aspirations and the expressive ideals of their era. While less universally known than the etudes of Baermann, Rose, or Klosé, Wiedemann’s collection is increasingly recognized for its breadth, musicality, and pedagogical value.