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Emil Gilels - Emil Gilels Legacy, Vol. 3: 1975 Helsinki Recital (LP)

Emil Gilels

2000
13 tracks
1 uur, 14 min
classical piano

Emil Gilels Legacy, Vol. 3: 1975 Helsinki Recital

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Emil Gilels, the renowned Soviet pianist, delivers a captivating live performance in "Emil Gilels Legacy, Vol. 3: 1975 Helsinki Recital." Recorded during the Helsinki Festival on August 24, 1975, this album showcases Gilels' extraordinary talent and deep connection with classical piano repertoire. The album features a mix of compositions by Ludwig van Beethoven and Frédéric Chopin, highlighting Gilels' versatility and mastery.

The tracklist includes Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 16 in G Major, Op. 31 No. 1 and Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March," as well as Chopin's Polonaises, Impromptu, Mazurkas, and Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23. Each piece is performed with remarkable technical skill and expressive nuance, demonstrating Gilels' ability to bring out the emotional depth and complexity of these classical works.

With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, this live recording offers an intimate glimpse into Gilels' artistry, capturing the energy and spontaneity of a live performance. The album was released posthumously in 2000 by the label DOREMI, providing a valuable addition to the discography of one of the most celebrated pianists of the 20th century. Whether you're a longtime fan of Emil Gilels or a newcomer to his work, this album is a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of classical music.

Tracks

Piano Sonata No. 16 in G Major, Op. 31 No. 1: I. Allegro vivace (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
7:06
Piano Sonata No. 16 in G Major, Op. 31 No. 1: II. Adagio grazioso (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
11:58
Piano Sonata No. 16 in G Major, Op. 31 No. 1: III. Rondo. Allegretto (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
6:59
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": I. Andante con variazioni (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
8:19
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": II. Scherzo. Molto allegro (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
2:49
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": III. Marcia funebre sulla morte d'un eroe (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
6:32
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": IV. Allegro (Live)Ludwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
2:46
2 Polonaises, Op. 40: No. 2 in C Minor (Live)Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
7:43
Impromptu No. 1 in A-Flat Major, Op. 29 (Live)Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
4:22
4 Mazurkas, Op. 68: No. 3 in F Major (Live)Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
1:49
5 Mazurkas, Op. 7: No. 2 in A Minor (Live)Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
3:14
4 Mazurkas, Op. 24: No. 2 in C Major (Live)Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
2:07
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23 (Live)Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
9:02

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Details

Album: Emil Gilels Legacy, Vol. 3: 1975 Helsinki Recital
Artist: Emil Gilels
Album release date: 1 januari 2000
Label: DOREMI
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 14 min
Tracks: 13 tracks

Other

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

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