Horizons - A Personal Collection of Piano Encores by Leif Ove Andsnes is a captivating compilation of piano pieces that showcases the artist's virtuosity and versatility. Released on September 12, 2006, under Warner Classics, this album spans a variety of genres within classical music, including classical piano, chamber music, and more. With a total duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, it offers a rich and diverse listening experience.
The album features a carefully curated selection of pieces by renowned composers such as Sibelius, Scriabin, Mendelssohn, Strauss, Mompou, Bach, Chopin, Liszt, Shostakovich, Albéniz, Antheil, Trenet, Halvorsen, Grieg, Smetana, Scott, Ibert, and Debussy. Each track is a testament to Andsnes' exceptional skill and deep understanding of the piano repertoire.
From the delicate and introspective Étude by Sibelius to the lively and energetic Polka from Shostakovich's Suite from the Age of Gold, the album takes the audience on a journey through a wide range of emotions and styles. Andsnes' interpretations are both technically impressive and deeply expressive, bringing a fresh perspective to these well-loved pieces.
Horizons is not just a collection of encores but a reflection of Leif Ove Andsnes' personal musical journey. It highlights his ability to connect with the audience through his performances, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience for classical music enthusiasts.
Scriabin: 2 Impromptus, Op. 14: No. 1 in B MajorAlexander Scriabin, Leif Ove Andsnes
Mendelssohn: Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 2, Allegro leggiero, MWV U145Felix Mendelssohn, Leif Ove Andsnes
Strauss, R: 6 Lieder, Op. 17: No. 2, Ständchen (Arr. Gieseking for Piano)Richard Strauss, Leif Ove Andsnes
Mompou: Paisajes: No. 2, El lagoFederico Mompou, Leif Ove Andsnes
Bach / Busoni: 10 Chorale Preludes, BV B27: No. 5, Ich ruf' zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ (After Bach's Orgelbüchlein, BWV 639)Ferruccio Busoni, Johann Sebastian Bach, Leif Ove Andsnes
Chopin: Impromptu No. 1 in A-Flat Major, Op. 29Frédéric Chopin, Leif Ove Andsnes
Liszt: 3 Liebesträume, S. 541: No. 3 in A-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, Leif Ove Andsnes
Shostakovich: Suite from the Age of Gold, Op. 22: II. PolkaDmitri Shostakovich, Leif Ove Andsnes
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