"Sixteen Waltzes, Op. 39" is a collection of short waltzes written for the piano by Johannes Brahms in 1865. The pieces were published two years subsequent to their writing and were dedicated to the music critic Eduard Hanslick. Johannes Brahms (1833 - 1897) was a seminal German composer and pianist. He was incredibly popular and influential during his lifetime and, Together with Johann Sebastian Bach and Ludwig van Beethoven, is often referred to as one of the "Three Bs". He is widely considered to be both a traditionalist and an innovator, and wrote for piano, organ, symphony orchestra, chamber ensembles, and for voice and chorus. Featuring large, clear note heads and wide margins, this edition is perfect for studying and following the music. Classic Music Collection constitutes an extensive library of the most well-known and universally-enjoyed works of classical music ever composed, reproduced from authoritative editions for the enjoyment of musicians and music students the world over.