Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano music with Robert Armbruster's "Harmonies. Chopin, Mozart, Bach & Legacy Piano Music." This extraordinary album, released on July 30, 2024, under the Novus Promusica label, is a testament to the timeless beauty of classical compositions, meticulously curated and performed by the renowned pianist Robert Armbruster.
Spanning a remarkable four hours and one minute, this album is a comprehensive journey through the works of musical giants such as Chopin, Mozart, and Bach, as well as other influential composers. The tracklist features a diverse array of pieces, from Chopin's evocative "Ballade No. 4, Op. 52 in F Minor" to Bach's intricate "Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857." Each selection is a masterclass in piano performance, showcasing Armbruster's technical prowess and deep musical sensitivity.
The album includes both well-known classics and lesser-known gems, such as "Echoes of the Andes" and "Fireside Tales, Op. 61: No. 2. Of Br'er Rabbit," offering a rich and varied listening experience. The pieces are performed on historic piano rolls, adding an authentic and nostalgic touch to the recordings.
Robert Armbruster, known for his dedication to the composers' intentions, brings a unique perspective to these performances. His interpretations are both respectful of the original compositions and infused with his own artistic vision, creating a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation.
"Harmonies" is not just a collection of piano pieces; it is a celebration of the piano's rich legacy and the enduring power of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating exploration of some of the most beautiful and enduring works in the piano repertoire. Prepare to be transported to a world of melodic brilliance and harmonic richness with Robert Armbruster's "Harmonies. Chopin, Mozart, Bach & Legacy Piano Music."
Tracks
Ballade No. 4, Op. 52 in F Minor - Upon Piano Roll Duo-Art 6556, Issued 1922Frédéric Chopin, Ignaz Friedman
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857 - Welte-Mignon 2965Johann Sebastian Bach, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Die Zauberflote: Overture (Arr. Solo Piano by Kohlberg) - Upon Piano Roll Welte-Mignon 1802, Issued 1909Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Walter Kohlberg
Suite for Harpsichord, No. 14: Gavotte Varie - Welte-Mignon 540George Frideric Handel, Raoul Stéphane Pugno, Peter Phillips
Toccata in B-Flat Major, Op. 11 - Welte-Mignon 3971Muzio Clementi, Peter Phillips, Raoul von Koczalski
Trio No. 5 in G Major: Gypsy Rondo (Arr. Solo Piano by Bauer) - Duo-Art 7254Joseph Haydn, Peter Phillips, Harold Bauer
French Suite No. 6 in E Major, BWV 817: Allemande & Courante - Upon Aeolian RollJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Samuel, Manuel del Corral
Petite Suite, Op. 1: No. 6, Serenade - Welte-Mignon 1042Alexander Borodin, Peter Phillips, Anatol von Rössel
Barcarolle, Op. 14 - Duo-Art 65888Selim Palmgren, Peter Phillips
Echoes of the Andes - Duo-Art 6449Carlos Valderrama, Peter Phillips
Moments Musicaux, Op. 94: No. 3, in F Minor - Welte-Mignon 1211Franz Schubert, Vladimir de Pachmann, Peter Phillips
Two Part Inventions: No. 1, BWV 772 - Duo-Art 6392Johann Sebastian Bach, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Suite for Harpsichord No. 5: Air with Variations ('Harmonious Blacksmith') - Duo-Art 6020George Frideric Handel, Peter Phillips, Teresa Carreño
Egeria, Op. 35 - Duo-Art 71566Ernest Richard Kroeger, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Military Marches, Op. 51: No. 3, Marche Militaire in E-Flat Major - Welte-Mignon 3309Franz Schubert, Wilhelm Backhaus, Peter Phillips
Berceuse, Op. 57, in D-Flat Major - Welte-Mignon 328Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Reisenauer, Peter Phillips
Fireside Tales, Op. 61: No. 2. Of Br'er Rabbit - Welte-Mignon 3681-USEdward MacDowell, Peter Phillips, Carolyne Cone Baldwin
Trois Études De Concert, S. 144: No. 3, Un Sospiro in D Flat - Duo-Art 5546Franz Liszt, Marguerite Volavy, Peter Phillips
Album Leaf. Op. 28: No. 3, Dance Caprice - Due-Art 04 BrEdvard Grieg, Peter Phillips, Arthur De Greef
Lohengrin (Arr. For Piano by Leopold): Act II Excerpts - Duo-Art 71940Richard Wagner, Peter Phillips, Ralph Leopold
Fantasie, Op. 17: II. Mässig. Durchaus Energisch - Welte-Mignon 362Robert Schumann, Teresa Carreño, Peter Phillips
Zigeunerweisen - Welte-Mignon 814Pablo de Sarasate, Peter Phillips, Berthe Marx-Goldschmidt
Der Freischutz: Overture - Welte-Mignon 1805Carl Maria von Weber, Peter Phillips, Walter Kohlberg
Iolanthe: Selections (Arr. Solo Piano by Armbruster) - Duo-Art 70459Arthur Sullivan, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
8 Variations on Sussmayr's Trio "Tandeln Und Scherzen" in F Major, WoO 76 - Duo-Art 6957Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Ethel Leginska
Andante Favori, WoO 57 - Duo-Art 71350Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Wanda Landowska
Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 11 in E Minor: Romance, from 2nd Movement (Arr. Solo Piano by Backhaus) - Welte-Mignon 3310Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Wilhelm Backhaus
Ballade No. 4, Op. 52 in F Minor - Welte-Mignon 1669Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Vera Margolies
Les Huguenots: Fantasia. Part 1 - Welte-Mignon 2828Giacomo Meyerbeer, Peter Phillips, P. Gayraud
Coppelia Ballet: Selections (Arr. By Gayraud) - Welte-Mignon 2808Léo Delibes, Peter Phillips, P. Gayraud
Fantasie, Op. 17: I. Durchaus Phantastisch Und Leidenschaftlich Vorzutragen - Im Legendenton - Erstes Tempo - Adagio - Im Tempo - Welte-Mignon 361Robert Schumann, Teresa Carreño, Peter Phillips
Ruins of Athens. Op. 113 (Arr. Solo Piano by Busoni): Fantasie - Welte-Mignon 1322Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Ferruccio Busoni
Rigoletto: Fantasie and Selections (Arr. Solo Piano by Gayraud) - Welte-Mignon 2844Giuseppe Verdi, P. Gayraud, Peter Phillips
Fantasia in C Minor, K. 475 - Duo-Art 7073Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Phillips, Harold Bauer
Nun Freut Euch, Lieben Christen G'mein Bv B 27 No. 4 (After BWV 734, Arr. Solo Piano by Busoni) - Upon Aeolian RollJohann Sebastian Bach, Ferruccio Busoni, Manuel del Corral
St. Matthew Passion BWV 244 (Piano Arr. By S. Bagge), Pt 1: 28. Recitativ 'Der Heiland Fällt Vorseinem Vater Nieder'Johann Sebastian Bach, Irene Cantos
Jesus Bleibet Meine Freude, BWV 147 (Arr. Solo Piano by Bauer) - Upon Aeolian RollJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Bauer, Manuel del Corral
Prelude in E Minor, BWV 555 (Arr. Siloti) - Upon Aeolian RollJohann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Siloti, Manuel del Corral
Notebook for Anna Magdalena: 23. Marche in E-Flat Major, BWV Ahn. 127Johann Sebastian Bach, Irene Cantos
Notebook for Anna Magdalena: 24. (Polonaise) in D Minor, BWV Ahn. 128Johann Sebastian Bach, Irene Cantos
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