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Idil Biret - The Essential İdil Biret (LP)

Idil Biret

2025
32 tracks
2 uur, 25 min
classical piano

The Essential İdil Biret

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Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano with Idil Biret's "The Essential İdil Biret," a meticulously curated collection of 32 iconic pieces set to release on June 1, 2025, under Naxos Special Projects. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 25 minutes, this album is a testament to Biret's unparalleled artistry and her profound connection to the classical repertoire.

Idil Biret, a revered Turkish pianist, brings her distinctive touch to a diverse array of compositions, showcasing her mastery of both technical brilliance and emotional depth. The album features a blend of nocturnes, preludes, etudes, polonaises, and other beloved works, including pieces by Chopin, Beethoven, and Kreisler. Highlights include Chopin's evocative "Nocturne in E-Flat Major, Op. 9 No. 2" and the dynamic "Prelude in E Minor, Op. 28 No. 4," as well as Beethoven's stirring "Scherzo No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 20."

Biret's extensive discography, particularly her celebrated cycle of Beethoven sonata recordings, underscores her lifelong dedication to the craft. This album is a celebration of her enduring legacy, offering a comprehensive overview of her extraordinary career. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Essential İdil Biret" promises an enriching and captivating listening experience, highlighting the artist's unique ability to breathe new life into timeless masterpieces.

Tracks

Nocturne in E-Flat Major, Op. 9 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
4:34
No. 15 in A-Flat MajorJohannes Brahms, Idil Biret
1:34
Prelude in E Minor, Op. 28 No. 4Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
2:24
Scene from Childhood No. 1Robert Schumann, Idil Biret
1:32
Etude No. 12 in C Minor, Op. 10, No. 12, "revolutionary"Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
3:01
No. 5 in G Major. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Idil Biret
3:13
Polonaise No. 3 in A Major, Op. 40, No. 1, "Military"Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
6:27
No. 3 in G-Sharp MinorJohannes Brahms, Idil Biret
0:52
No. 2 in F-Sharp MajorFrédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
3:48
IV. Minuet (Arr. W. Kempff for Piano)George Frideric Handel, Idil Biret
3:13
II. Romanza. LarghettoFrédéric Chopin, Idil Biret, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Robert Stankovsky
11:44
No. 5 in F-Sharp MinorJohannes Brahms, Idil Biret
2:24
No. 1, Molto vivace "Minute"Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
1:51
No. 9 in E MajorFrédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
1:22
Kreisler - LiebesleidSergei Rachmaninoff, Idil Biret
5:02
No. 2 in B MinorFrédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
4:04
No. 3, Intermezzo in A-Flat MajorJohannes Brahms, Idil Biret
3:15
No. 1, Andante spianato, B. 88Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
4:51
Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Arr. W. Kempff for Piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Idil Biret
4:45
Polonaise No. 6 in A-Flat Major, Op. 53 "Heroic"Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
7:18
No. 13, L’escalier du diableGyörgy Ligeti, Idil Biret
6:50
III. Marche funebre: LentoFrédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
9:14
No. 9 in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Idil Biret
1:25
Prelude No. 15 in D-Flat Major, Op. 28, No. 15Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
5:55
II. Allegro scherzandoCamille Saint-Saëns, Idil Biret, Philharmonia Orchestra, James Loughran
6:06
Nocturne No. 12 in G Major, Op. 37, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
5:43
Behr - Lachtäubchen, "Polka de WR"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Idil Biret
4:00
Mazurka No. 23 in D Major, Op. 33 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
2:38
Etude No. 3 in E Major, Op. 10, No. 3Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
4:29
No. 1 in G Minor [1]Johannes Brahms, Idil Biret
3:10
Ballade No. 2 in F Major, Op. 38Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
7:41
Scherzo No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 20Frédéric Chopin, Idil Biret
10:45

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Product specifications

Details

Album: The Essential İdil Biret
Artist: Idil Biret
Album release date: June 1, 2025
Label: Naxos Special Projects
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 2 uur, 25 min
Tracks: 32 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Classical piano
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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