Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Franz Schubert with this captivating album, released on ECM New Series in 2015. This collection showcases Schubert's mastery of the piano sonata form, featuring two of his most celebrated works: the Piano Sonata No. 18 in G Major, D. 894, and the monumental Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960. The album also includes a selection of Schubert's most beloved shorter pieces, including the Impromptus, D. 935, and the Moments musicaux, D. 780, offering a comprehensive journey through the composer's diverse and expressive piano repertoire.
András Schiff, renowned for his insightful and nuanced interpretations of classical piano works, brings Schubert's compositions to life with remarkable sensitivity and technical brilliance. Schiff's playing is characterized by a deep understanding of Schubert's musical language, resulting in performances that are both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.
The album spans a generous 2 hours and 25 minutes, providing ample time to savor Schubert's rich harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and lyrical melodies. From the introspective and contemplative moments to the exuberant and virtuosic passages, this collection offers a panoramic view of Schubert's genius as a composer for the piano.
Whether you are a seasoned Schubert enthusiast or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire. The combination of Schubert's timeless compositions and Schiff's masterful playing makes for an unforgettable listening experience.
Tracks
Hungarian Melody in B Minor, D. 817Franz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 18 in G Major, D. 894: I. Molto moderato e cantabileFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 18 in G Major, D. 894: II. AndanteFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 18 in G Major, D. 894: III. Menuetto. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 18 in G Major, D. 894: IV. AllegrettoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 1 in C Major. ModeratoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 2 in A-Flat Major. AndantinoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 3 in F Minor. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor. ModeratoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 5 in F Minor. Allegro vivaceFranz Schubert, András Schiff
6 Moments musicaux, D. 780: No. 6 in A-Flat Major. AllegrettoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Allegretto in C Minor, D. 915Franz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, D. 935 (Op. 142): No. 1 in F Minor. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, D. 935 (Op. 142): No. 2 in A-Flat Major. AllegrettoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, D. 935 (Op. 142): No. 3 in B-Flat Major. Andante with VariationsFranz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, D. 935 (Op. 142): No. 4 in F Minor. Allegro scherzandoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960: I. Molto moderatoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960: II. Andante sostenutoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960: III. Scherzo. Allegro vivace con delicatezzaFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960: IV. Allegro ma non troppo – PrestoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
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