Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Leopold Godowsky with "Godowsky: Piano Music, Vol. 15," a meticulously crafted album that showcases the brilliance of this virtuoso composer and pianist. This volume is part of a monumental project that began in 1997 and has taken 26 years to complete, offering a comprehensive journey through Godowsky's complete piano works.
The album features the renowned pianist Konstantin Scherbakov, who brings to life Godowsky's intricate and demanding compositions with unparalleled skill and sensitivity. At the heart of this collection are the "53 Studies on the Chopin Études," a series of compositions that Godowsky began at the astonishingly young age of 23 and completed over two decades later. These studies are not merely reimaginings of Chopin's originals but are transformative works that push the boundaries of piano technique and musical expression.
From the delicate intricacies of "No. 2 in D-Flat Major" to the fiery energy of "No. 9 in A Minor 'Tarantella,'" each study is a testament to Godowsky's genius. The album also includes other notable works such as "3 Concert Studies, Op. 11: No. 3 in E-Flat Major" and "12 Etudes Caractéristiques, Op. 2: No. 6 in F-Sharp Major 'Si oiseau j'étais,'" arranged for piano by Godowsky himself.
With a duration of 1 hour and 28 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring legacy of Leopold Godowsky and the dedication of Konstantin Scherbakov. Released on October 27, 2023, by Marco Polo, "Godowsky: Piano Music, Vol. 15" is a must-listen for classical piano enthusiasts and anyone seeking to explore the depths of this remarkable composer's work.
Tracks
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 2 in D-Flat Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 1, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 3 in A Minor (1st Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 2, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 8 in C Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 5, on the white keys)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 9 in A Minor "Tarantella" (3rd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 5)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 10 in A Major "Capriccio" (4th Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 5, on black and white keys)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 11 in G-Flat Major (5th Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 5, inversion, for the left hand)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 12 in G-Flat Major (6th Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 5, inversion, for the right hand)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 12a in G-Flat Major (7th Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 5, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 15 in G-Flat Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 7)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 15a in E-Flat Major (3rd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 7, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 16a in G-Flat Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 8, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 18 in F Minor (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 9, imitation of Op. 25 No. 2)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 18a in F-Sharp Minor (3rd Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 9, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 19 in D Major (1st Version after Chopin's Op. 10 No. 10)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 23 in A-Flat Major (1st Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 1, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 24 in A-Flat Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 1)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 26 in F Minor (1st Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 2)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 28 in F Minor (3rd Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 2, Version A)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 28 in F Minor (3rd Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 2, Version B, in Octaves)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 28a in F-Sharp Minor (4th Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 2, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 30 in F Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 3, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 31 in A Minor (1st Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 4, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 33 in E Minor (1st Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 5)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 35 in B-Flat Minor (3rd Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 5, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 40 in G-Flat Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Op. 25 No. 9, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 45a in D-Flat Major (2nd Version after Chopin's Nouvelle Étude No. 2, for the left hand alone)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 46 in G Major "Menuetto" (After Chopin's Nouvelle Étude No. 3)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 47 in G-Flat Major "Badinage" (After Chopin's Op. 10 No. 5 and Op. 25 No. 9)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
53 Studies on the Chopin Études: No. 48 in F Major (After Chopin's Op. 10 No. 11 and Op. 25 No. 3)Leopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
3 Concert Studies, Op. 11: No. 3 in E-Flat MajorLeopold Godowsky, Konstantin Scherbakov
12 Etudes Caractéristiques, Op. 2: No. 6 in F-Sharp Major "Si oiseau j'étais" (Arr. for Piano by L. Godowsky)Adolf von Henselt, Konstantin Scherbakov
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