Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano music with Ludwig van Beethoven's "A Piano Weekend" - Beethoven & More, set to release on July 19, 2025, under UME - Global Clearing House. This exquisite collection spans a rich tapestry of genres, including classical, classical piano, and chamber music, offering a comprehensive journey through the master's works and beyond.
The album features a stunning array of 78 tracks, each meticulously crafted to showcase the depth and breadth of Beethoven's genius, alongside compositions from other esteemed composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Frédéric Chopin. From the hauntingly beautiful "Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathétique'" to the lively "Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331 'Alla Turca'," the album is a testament to Beethoven's unparalleled ability to evoke a myriad of emotions through his music.
Highlights include the intricate "11 Bagatelles, Op. 119," the serene "French Suite No. 2 in C minor, BWV 813," and the dynamic "24 Préludes, Op. 28." The album also features lesser-known gems such as the "Mazurka No. 4 In E Flat Minor Opus 6 No. 4" and the "Mazurka No. 19 In B Minor Opus 30 No. 2," adding a touch of rarity and exclusivity to the collection.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 13 minutes, "A Piano Weekend" - Beethoven & More is a perfect companion for those seeking to indulge in the refined pleasures of classical piano music. Whether you are a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire, offering a profound and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: VII. Allegro ma non troppo - Live at Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal / 2019Ludwig van Beethoven, Grigory Sokolov
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
French Suite No. 2 in C minor, BWV 813: 5. Menuet I-IIJohann Sebastian Bach, Ralph Kirkpatrick
Das Wohltemperierte Klavier: Book 1, BWV 846-869: Prelude in B flat major BWV 866Johann Sebastian Bach, Ralph Kirkpatrick
15 Three-part Inventions, BWV 787/801: Sinfonia 12 In A Major, BWV 798Johann Sebastian Bach, Ralph Kirkpatrick
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331 "Alla Turca": III. Rondo alla Turca. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wilhelm Kempff
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: I. Invention in C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: VII. Invention in E Minor, BWV 778Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: XII. Invention in A Major, BWV 783Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: XIII. Invention in A Minor, BWV 784Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
15 Inventions, BWV 772-786: XIV. Invention in B-Flat Major, BWV 785Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
15 Sinfonias, BWV 787-801: I. Sinfonia in C Major, BWV 787Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
15 Sinfonias, BWV 787-801: VII. Sinfonia in E Minor, BWV 793Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
15 Sinfonias, BWV 787-801: IX. Sinfonia in F Minor, BWV 795Johann Sebastian Bach, Christoph Eschenbach
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": II. [Andante]Johann Sebastian Bach, Wilhelm Kempff
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 18 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, Martha Argerich
Aria variata (alla Man. Italiana) In A Minor, BWV 989: Variatio IXJohann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert
Aria variata (alla Man. Italiana) In A Minor, BWV 989: Variatio V. Un poco allegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Kenneth Gilbert
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 19 in E-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Maria João Pires
French Suite No. 1 in D Minor, BWV 812: IV. Menuet IJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrei Gavrilov
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: VI. Assez vifMaurice Ravel, Ivo Pogorelich
3 Ecossaises, Op. 72 No. 3: No. 1 in D MajorFrédéric Chopin, Mikhail Pletnev
Allegretto quasi andante in G Minor, WoO 61aLudwig van Beethoven, Gianluca Cascioli
12 German Dances, D.790: Ländler (German Dance) No. 3Franz Schubert, Gil Shaham, Göran Söllscher
24 Variations on Righini's Arietta "Venni amore", WoO 65: 9. Variation VIIILudwig van Beethoven, Cecile Ousset
Mazurka No. 4 In E Flat Minor Opus 6 No. 4Frédéric Chopin, Milosz Magin
Mazurka No. 19 In B Minor Opus 30 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Milosz Magin
Twenty-Four Preludes, Op. 34: No. 20 in C minor - Allegretto furiosoDmitri Shostakovich, Caroline Weichert
Visions fugitives, Op. 22: XII. Assai moderatoSergei Prokofiev, Steven Osborne
Sonatina No. 3, BV 268 "ad usum infantis Madeline M* Americanae": IV. Molto tranquilloFerruccio Busoni, Marc-André Hamelin
Mazurka in B-Flat Major, KK IIa/3 (1826)Frédéric Chopin, Pavel Kolesnikov
Mazurka No. 19 in B Minor, Op. 30 No. 2. AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Pavel Kolesnikov
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857/2Johann Sebastian Bach, Colin Tilney
Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Var. 4. a 1 Clav.Johann Sebastian Bach, Tatiana Nikolayeva
Variations in B flat "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni": Variation 4Frédéric Chopin, Kun-Woo Paik, Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Antoni Wit
12 Etudes, Op. 25: No. 9 in G flat, "Butterfly Wings"Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Freire
6 German Dances, D. 820: No. 4 in B-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Mitsuko Uchida
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 16 Presto con fuoco in B-Flat MinorFrédéric Chopin, Nicolai Orloff
Les Sylphides: 1. PréludeFrédéric Chopin, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
24 Préludes, Op. 28: 19. in E flat majorFrédéric Chopin, Jorge Bolet
Six German Dances, D.820: No. 2Franz Schubert, András Schiff
Morceau de Concours, L.108Claude Debussy, Jean-Yves Thibaudet
Aria variata alla maniera italiana, in A minor, BWV.989: Variatio I. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Ramin Bahrami
"Wiosna" - Spring In G Minor (From Op. 74 N. 2)Frédéric Chopin, Pietro De Maria
Mazurka No. 4 in E flat minor Op. 6 No. 4Frédéric Chopin, Pietro De Maria
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: 5. RisolutoLudwig van Beethoven, Filippo Gamba
15 Three-part Inventions, BWV 787/801: No. 8 in F, BWV 794Johann Sebastian Bach, Ramin Bahrami
15 Three-part Inventions, BWV 787/801: No. 10 in G, BWV 796Johann Sebastian Bach, Ramin Bahrami
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