Experience the virtuosity of Nikolai Demidenko in this captivating live recording from Wigmore Hall, London. Captured during a series of six concerts in 1993, this two-disc set showcases Demidenko's extraordinary range and technical prowess, spanning 250 years of keyboard music. From the intricate variations of Haydn's "Un piccolo divertimento" to the dramatic intensity of Chopin's "Funérailles," each piece is performed with a depth of expression and precision that highlights Demidenko's unique artistry.
The album features a diverse repertoire, including works by Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Liszt, and others, demonstrating Demidenko's versatility and mastery of various musical styles. Highlights include the powerful and evocative "An die ferne Geliebte" by Beethoven, arranged for solo piano, and the mesmerizing "Chaconne" by Brahms. Each performance is a testament to Demidenko's ability to bring out the nuances and depth of each composition, making this live recording a compelling listen for classical music enthusiasts.
Recorded in the intimate setting of Wigmore Hall, the album benefits from exceptional sound quality, allowing listeners to appreciate the subtleties of Demidenko's playing. Whether you're a fan of classical piano or simply appreciate exceptional musicianship, this album offers a rich and rewarding experience.
Tracks
Fantasia in C Major, Op. 12: I. Andante - LiveJan Václav Vorísek, Nikolai Demidenko
Fantasia in C Major, Op. 12: II. Allegro con brio - LiveJan Václav Vorísek, Nikolai Demidenko
Andante and Variations in F Minor, Hob. XVII:6 "Un piccolo divertimento" - LiveJoseph Haydn, Nikolai Demidenko
Keyboard Sonata in C Minor, Kk. 11 - LiveDomenico Scarlatti, Nikolai Demidenko
Keyboard Sonata in B Minor, Kk. 377 - LiveDomenico Scarlatti, Nikolai Demidenko
Piano Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 14: II. Quasi variazioni. Andantino de Clara Wieck - LiveRobert Schumann, Nikolai Demidenko
Fantasia in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 28 "Sonate écossaise": I. Con moto agitato – Andante - LiveFelix Mendelssohn, Nikolai Demidenko
Fantasia in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 28 "Sonate écossaise": II. Allegro con moto - LiveFelix Mendelssohn, Nikolai Demidenko
Fantasia in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 28 "Sonate écossaise": III. Presto - LiveFelix Mendelssohn, Nikolai Demidenko
Nocturne in A-Flat Major, Op. 129 - LiveFriedrich Kalkbrenner, Nikolai Demidenko
An die ferne Geliebte, S. 469 (Arr. for Solo Piano After Beethoven, Op. 98): I. Auf dem Hügel sitz' ich, spähend - LiveFranz Liszt, Nikolai Demidenko
An die ferne Geliebte, S. 469 (Arr. for Solo Piano After Beethoven, Op. 98): II. Wo die Berge so blau - LiveFranz Liszt, Nikolai Demidenko
An die ferne Geliebte, S. 469 (Arr. for Solo Piano After Beethoven, Op. 98): III. Leichte Segler in den Höhen - LiveFranz Liszt, Nikolai Demidenko
An die ferne Geliebte, S. 469 (Arr. for Solo Piano After Beethoven, Op. 98): IV. Diese Wolken in den Höhen - LiveFranz Liszt, Nikolai Demidenko
An die ferne Geliebte, S. 469 (Arr. for Solo Piano After Beethoven, Op. 98): V. Es kehret der Maien, es blühet die Au - LiveFranz Liszt, Nikolai Demidenko
An die ferne Geliebte, S. 469 (Arr. for Solo Piano After Beethoven, Op. 98): VI. Nimm sie hin denn, diese Lieder - LiveFranz Liszt, Nikolai Demidenko
Piano Sonata, Op. 1 - LiveAlban Berg, Nikolai Demidenko
Praeludium in D Minor, BuxWV 140 (Arr. Prokofiev for Piano): I. Prelude - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Nikolai Demidenko
Praeludium in D Minor, BuxWV 140 (Arr. Prokofiev for Piano): II. Fugue - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Nikolai Demidenko
Chaconne for Solo Piano - LiveSofia Gubaidulina, Nikolai Demidenko
Harmonies poétiques et religieuses, S. 173: VII. Funérailles - LiveFranz Liszt, Nikolai Demidenko
4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D. 899: No. 4 in A-Flat Major. Allegretto - LiveFranz Schubert, Nikolai Demidenko
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