"Urtext" refers to the original version of a text, particularly in the context of music and literature. It is often used to describe a manuscript or edition that aims to present the work as closely as possible to the author's or composer's intentions, without later alterations or interpretations. In music, an Urtext edition of a score seeks to provide performers with the most authentic representation of the piece, based on the earliest available sources. This approach helps musicians understand the original style and nuances intended by the composer, such as Ludwig van Beethoven or Johann Sebastian Bach.