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cowell: violin sonata no. 1 & how old is song - shapero: sonata for piano 4 hands - joseph szigeti

Joseph Szigeti - Cowell: Violin Sonata No. 1 & How Old is Song - Shapero: Sonata for Piano 4 Hands (LP)

Joseph Szigeti

2021
9 tracks
35 min
chamber music

Cowell: Violin Sonata No. 1 & How Old is Song - Shapero: Sonata for Piano 4 Hands

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Product description

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of chamber music with Joseph Szigeti's latest release on Sony Classical. This album, released on March 26, 2021, is a testament to Szigeti's virtuosity and his deep connection with the works of Henry Cowell and Alexander Shapero. The album features a stunning performance of Cowell's Violin Sonata No. 1, a piece that showcases Szigeti's technical prowess and expressive depth. The sonata is presented in its entirety, with each of its five movements offering a unique blend of hymn-like melodies, fuguing styles, and lively ballads. The album also includes Shapero's Sonata for Piano Four Hands, a piece that highlights Szigeti's collaborative spirit and his ability to bring out the best in his musical partners. The album concludes with a remastered version of Cowell's Celestial Vision: How Old Is Song?, a piece that invites you to explore the timeless beauty of music. With a total runtime of 35 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to the world of chamber music and a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the artistry of Joseph Szigeti.

Tracks

Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano (1945): I. HymnHenry Cowell, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
2:28
Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano (1945): II. In Fuguing StyleHenry Cowell, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
4:22
Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano (1945): III. BalladHenry Cowell, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
3:28
Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano (1945): IV. JigHenry Cowell, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
2:08
Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano (1945): V. FinaleHenry Cowell, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
5:17
Sonata for Piano Four Hands (1941): I. Very Slowly - Moderately Fast - RemasteredHarold Shapero, Joseph Szigeti, Leo Smit
5:49
Sonata for Piano Four Hands (1941): II. Slowly - RemasteredHarold Shapero, Joseph Szigeti, Leo Smit
5:00
Sonata for Piano Four Hands (1941): III. Fast - RemasteredHarold Shapero, Joseph Szigeti, Leo Smit
3:52
Celestial Vision: How Old Is Song? - RemasteredHenry Cowell, Joseph Szigeti, Joseph Levine
3:18

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Details

Album: Cowell: Violin Sonata No. 1 & How Old is Song - Shapero: Sonata for Piano 4 Hands
Artist: Joseph Szigeti
Album release date: March 26, 2021
Label: Sony Classical
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 35 min
Tracks: 9 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Chamber music
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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