In "Piano Book," Lang Lang invites you into the heart of his musical journey, presenting a collection of pieces that ignited his passion for piano and shaped his artistic path. This album is a personal anthology, featuring 29 significant works that span a variety of styles and composers, from classical masterpieces to beloved melodies. You'll find iconic compositions like Beethoven's "Für Elise," Debussy's "Clair de Lune," and Chopin's "Minuet in G Major," alongside lesser-known gems that showcase Lang Lang's diverse musical tastes.
Recorded in 2019 under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, "Piano Book" offers a rich and engaging exploration of the piano repertoire, with a total runtime of 1 hour and 46 minutes. The album is a testament to Lang Lang's artistry and his deep connection to the music, making it a captivating listen for both classical enthusiasts and those new to the genre. Whether you're drawn to the intricate fugues of Bach, the lyrical beauty of Schubert, or the playful charm of "The Celebrated Chop Waltz," this album promises a delightful and inspiring musical experience.
This 2LP set was released in 2019.
Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier I, Prelude & Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Lang Lang
Für Elise, Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59Ludwig van Beethoven, Lang Lang
The DepartureMax Richter, Lang Lang
Lieder ohne Worte VI, Op. 67: IV. The Bee's Wedding. Presto, MWV U182 "Spinning Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Lang Lang
Clair de lune, CD 82 No. 3Claude Debussy, Lang Lang
Children's Corner, CD 119: I. Doctor Gradus ad ParnassumClaude Debussy, Lang Lang
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 15 in D-Flat Major "Raindrop Prelude"Frédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
Piano Sonatina in C Major, Op. 36 No. 1: II. AndanteMuzio Clementi, Lang Lang
The School of Velocity, Op. 299: No. 1 in C Major. PrestoCarl Czerny, Lang Lang
6 Pieces for Piano, Vol. 2: No. 4, La Valse d'AmélieYann Tiersen, Lang Lang
Rêverie, CD 76Claude Debussy, Lang Lang
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 3 in F Minor. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Lang Lang
Lyric Pieces, Book 3, Op. 43: No. 6, To SpringEdvard Grieg, Lang Lang
Album für die Jugend, Op. 68: No. 8, Wilder ReiterRobert Schumann, Lang Lang
Villageoises, 6 petites pièces enfantines pour piano, FP 65: No. 2, Staccato. Pas viteFrancis Poulenc, Lang Lang
The Merry Shepherd BoyHu-Wei Huang, Lang Lang
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence (Version for Piano)Ryuichi Sakamoto, Lang Lang
The Maiden's Prayer, Op. 4Tekla Bądarzewska-Baranowska, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Theme “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 1Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 2Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 3Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 4Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 5Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 6Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 7Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 8Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 9Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 10Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 11Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
12 Variations on "Ah, vous dirai-je maman", K. 265: Var. 12Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lang Lang
Minuet in G Major (Prev. Attrib. J.S. Bach as BWV Anh. 114)Christian Petzold, Lang Lang
Wild Swans Suite: II. Eliza Aria (Version for Piano)Elena Kats-Chernin, Lang Lang
The Celebrated Chop Waltz "Chopsticks"Arthur de Lulli, Lang Lang
Jasmine Flower (Arr. Schindler for Piano)Traditional, Lang Lang
Danzas Argentinas, Op. 2: II. Danza de la moza donosaAlberto Ginastera, Lang Lang
Limu, limu, lima (Arr. Schindler for Piano)Traditional, Lang Lang
Enigma Variations, Op. 36: Var. 9. Adagio "Nimrod" (Version for Solo Piano)Edward Elgar, Lang Lang
Arirang (Arr. Schindler for Piano)Traditional, Lang Lang
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