This extraordinary collection, "In Memoriam," is a testament to the artistry and legacy of the late Lars Vogt, a renowned German pianist and conductor who left an indelible mark on the classical music world. Released posthumously on September 30, 2022, this album spans an impressive six hours and sixteen minutes, featuring 50 tracks that showcase Vogt's virtuosity and deep musical insight.
The album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most beloved works in the classical repertoire, featuring compositions by Mozart, Schumann, Beethoven, Haydn, Brahms, Berg, Stravinsky, Franck, Grieg, and Tchaikovsky. Vogt's interpretations are marked by their technical brilliance and profound emotional depth, making this collection a treasure trove for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
Highlights include Vogt's masterful renditions of Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 10, Schumann's Kreisleriana, and Beethoven's Piano Concertos No. 1 and No. 2. The album also features live performances, adding an extra layer of authenticity and immediacy to the recordings. Notable live tracks include Haydn's Keyboard Trio in C Major, Berg's Piano Sonata in B Minor, and Brahms' Clarinet Sonata No. 1, all of which capture the essence of Vogt's live performances.
"In Memoriam" is not just a collection of performances but a celebration of Lars Vogt's contributions to the world of classical music. His ability to convey the nuances and complexities of each composition is evident throughout, making this album a fitting tribute to his enduring legacy. Whether you are a fan of chamber music, classical piano, or simply appreciate the art of exceptional musicianship, this album is a must-listen.
Tracks
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 6 No. 1, K. 330: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 6 No. 1, K. 330: II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 6 No. 1, K. 330: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: I. Äußerst bewegtRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: II. Sehr innig und nicht zu raschRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: III. Sehr aufgeregtRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: IV. Sehr langsamRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: V. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VI. Sehr langsamRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VII. Sehr raschRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VIII. Schnell und spielendRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Haydn: Keyboard Trio in C Major, Hob. XV:27: I. Allegro (Live, 2001)Joseph Haydn, Lars Vogt, Alban Gerhardt, Antje Weithaas
Haydn: Keyboard Trio in C Major, Hob. XV:27: II. Andante (Live, 2001)Joseph Haydn, Lars Vogt, Alban Gerhardt, Antje Weithaas
Haydn: Keyboard Trio in C Major, Hob. XV:27: III. Finale. Presto (Live, 2001)Joseph Haydn, Lars Vogt, Alban Gerhardt, Antje Weithaas
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 1 in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 2 in D MajorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 3 in B MinorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 4 in B MajorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Berg: Piano Sonata in B Minor, Op. 1 (Live, 2002)Alban Berg, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: I. IntroduzioneIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: II. SerenataIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: III. AriaIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: IV. TarantellaIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: V. Minuetto - FinaleIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: III. Rondo. Allegro scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: I. Allegro appassionato (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: II. Andante un poco adagio (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: III. Allegretto grazioso (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: IV. Vivace (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: II. AllegroCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: III. Recitativo-Fantasia. Ben moderatoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: I. Allegro molto moderatoEdvard Grieg, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: II. AdagioEdvard Grieg, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: III. Allegro moderato molto e marcatoEdvard Grieg, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Mozart: Piano Trio No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 15 No. 1, K. 502: I. Allegro (Live, 2004)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt, Christian Tetzlaff, Gustav Rivinius
Mozart: Piano Trio No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 15 No. 1, K. 502: II. Larghetto (Live, 2004)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt, Christian Tetzlaff, Gustav Rivinius
Mozart: Piano Trio No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 15 No. 1, K. 502: III. Allegretto (Live, 2004)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt, Christian Tetzlaff, Gustav Rivinius
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: I. Allegro affettuosoRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: II. Intermezzo. Andantino graziosoRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Allegro vivaceRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: I. Pezzo elegiaco (Live, 2004)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lars Vogt, Antje Weithaas, Claudio Bohórquez
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (a) Tema con variazioni (Live, 2004)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lars Vogt, Antje Weithaas, Claudio Bohórquez
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (b) Variazione finale e coda. Allegro risoluto e con fuoco (Live, 2004)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lars Vogt, Antje Weithaas, Claudio Bohórquez
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