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Alfred Cortot - Cortot, Alfred: Encores - 78 Rpm Recordings (LP)

Alfred Cortot

2007
16 tracks
1 uur, 19 min
classical piano

Cortot, Alfred: Encores - 78 Rpm Recordings

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Product description

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano with Alfred Cortot's "Encores - 78 Rpm Recordings." This album, released by Naxos in 2007, is a captivating collection of historical recordings made between 1925 and 1926. Cortot, a renowned pianist and pedagogue, delivers masterful interpretations of works by Chopin, Liszt, Brahms, and Albéniz, among others. The album spans a rich tapestry of genres, including impromptus, etudes, waltzes, ballades, and rhapsodies, showcasing Cortot's technical prowess and deep musical sensitivity. Each piece, from Chopin's delicate "Lullaby" to Liszt's virtuosic "Hungarian Rhapsodies," is a testament to Cortot's enduring legacy. With a total duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts, offering a glimpse into the golden age of piano performance. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a curious newcomer, this album promises an enchanting journey through some of the most beloved compositions in the piano repertoire.

Tracks

Am Tage aller Seelen, D. 343, "Litanei auf das Fest aller Seelen" (arr. A. Cortot): Litanei auf das Fest aller Seelen, D. 343 (arr. A. Cortot for piano)Alfred Cortot, Franz Schubert
3:30
Impromptu No. 2 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 36Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
4:39
12 Etudes, Op. 25: Etude No. 13 in A-Flat Major, Op. 25, No. 1, "Harp Study"Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
2:09
Waltz No. 7 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 64, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
3:03
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23 (concluding section)Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
4:07
5 Lieder, Op. 49: No. 4. Wiegenlied (Lullaby) (arr. A. Cortot for piano)Alfred Cortot, Johannes Brahms
2:35
19 Hungarian Rhapsodies, S244/R106: Rhapsody No. 11 in A MinorFranz Liszt, Alfred Cortot
4:15
Aufforderung zum Tanze (Invitation to the Dance), Op. 65, J. 260Carl Maria von Weber, Alfred Cortot
6:34
Keyboard Suite No. 5 in E Major, HWV 430: IV. Air and Variations, "The Harmonius Blacksmith"George Frideric Handel, Alfred Cortot
3:36
Chant d'Espagne, Op. 232: III. Sous le palmierIsaac Albéniz, Alfred Cortot
3:36
Aufforderung zum Tanze (Invitation to the Dance), Op. 65, J. 260Carl Maria von Weber, Alfred Cortot
6:31
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
8:17
Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
4:21
19 Hungarian Rhapsodies, S244/R106: Rhapsody No. 2 in C-Sharp MinorFranz Liszt, Alfred Cortot
9:26
19 Hungarian Rhapsodies, S244/R106: Rhapsody No. 11 in A MinorFranz Liszt, Alfred Cortot
5:37
Verdi - Rigoletto: Paraphrase de concert , S434/R267Franz Liszt, Alfred Cortot
6:36

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Cortot, Alfred: Encores - 78 Rpm Recordings
Artist: Alfred Cortot
Album release date: August 1, 2007
Label: Naxos
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 19 min
Tracks: 16 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Classical piano
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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