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Fanny Mendelssohn - Das Jahr: Charakterstücke für das Fortepiano (LP)

Fanny Mendelssohn

1996
13 tracks
49 min
chamber music

Das Jahr: Charakterstücke für das Fortepiano

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Product description

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Fanny Mendelssohn's "Das Jahr: Charakterstücke für das Fortepiano," a captivating collection of 13 character pieces composed for the fortepiano. Released in 1996, this chamber music album spans a concise yet engaging 49 minutes, offering a month-by-month musical journey through the seasons and moods of a year.

Fanny Mendelssohn, the lesser-known sister of the renowned Felix Mendelssohn, showcases her profound musicality and emotional depth in this intimate and expressive work. Each piece, from the dreamy "Januar. Ein Traum" to the lively "Dezember. Allegro molto," paints a vivid portrait of the corresponding month, reflecting the changing landscapes and atmospheres of the year.

Performed exquisitely by Ulrich Urban, this album is a testament to Mendelssohn's compositional prowess and her ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and imagery through her music. The pieces vary in tempo and character, from the serene and contemplative to the playful and energetic, providing a rich and diverse listening experience.

"Das Jahr" is not just a collection of piano pieces; it is a musical narrative that invites you to explore the nuances of each month, offering a unique blend of introspection and vitality. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire. Delve into the world of Fanny Mendelssohn and discover the timeless beauty of "Das Jahr: Charakterstücke für das Fortepiano."

Tracks

Das Jahr: No. 1, Januar. Ein TraumFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
3:22
Das Jahr: No. 2, Februar. ScherzoFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
3:01
Das Jahr: No. 3, März. AgitatoFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
4:44
Das Jahr: No. 4, April. CapricciosoFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
3:26
Das Jahr: No. 5, Mai. FrühlingsliedFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
2:51
Das Jahr: No. 6, Juni. SerenadeFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
5:53
Das Jahr: No. 7, Juli. SerenadeFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
3:33
Das Jahr: No. 8, August. AllegroFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
4:25
Das Jahr: No. 9, September. Am FlusseFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
3:19
Das Jahr: No. 10, Oktober. Allegro con spirituosoFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
3:43
Das Jahr: No. 11, November. MestoFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
5:04
Das Jahr: No. 12, Dezember. Allegro moltoFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
3:50
Das Jahr: No. 13, Nachspiel. ChoralFanny Mendelssohn, Ulrich Urban
1:51

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Das Jahr: Charakterstücke für das Fortepiano
Artist: Fanny Mendelssohn
Album release date: 1 januari 1996
Label: Koch Schwann
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 49 min
Tracks: 13 tracks

Other

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

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