Get ready to immerse yourself in the majestic world of classical piano with Claudio Arrau's magnificent album, The Master Pianist. Released on 15 December 2024 by Warner Classics, this extraordinary collection showcases the artist's technical mastery and profound understanding of the genre.
With a duration of 4 hours and 43 minutes, The Master Pianist is a treasure trove of iconic compositions, featuring works by Beethoven, Schumann, Debussy, and many more. From the delicate nuances of Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major to the dramatic flair of Schumann's Carnaval, Op. 9, Claudio Arrau's performances are characterised by their precision, passion, and depth.
This album is a testament to Claudio Arrau's status as one of the most revered pianists of his generation, with a career spanning decades and a discography that is unparalleled in its quality and breadth. The Master Pianist is an essential addition to any classical music collection, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience that will delight both seasoned aficionados and newcomers to the genre alike.
With its carefully curated selection of pieces, The Master Pianist presents a comprehensive overview of the classical piano repertoire, highlighting Claudio Arrau's remarkable ability to interpret and bring to life a wide range of compositions. Whether you are a fan of Beethoven's sonatas, Debussy's preludes, or Chopin's scherzos, this album has something to offer, making it an absolute must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty and expressiveness of classical piano music.
Tracks
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 78 "À Thérèse": II. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: I. Vivace, ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Debussy: Estampes, CD 108, L. 100: No. 3, Jardins sous la pluieClaude Debussy, Claudio Arrau
Schubert: Fantasy in C Major, Op. 15, D. 760 "Wanderer": IV. AllegroFranz Schubert, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: II. Vivace all marciaLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Schubert: Moments musicaux, Op. 94, D. 780: No. 4 in C-Sharp MinorFranz Schubert, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 22 in F Major, Op. 54: I. In tempo d'un menuettoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Granados: Goyescas "Los majos enamorados", Cuaderno II: Quejas o la maja y el ruiseñorEnrique Granados, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 7 in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3: I. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Mendelssohn: Rondo capriccioso in E Major, Op. 14, MWV U67Felix Mendelssohn, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 26 in E-Flat Major, Op. 81a "Les Adieux": I. Adagio - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: III. (b) Fuga. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 17 in B-Flat Major, K. 570: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 32 in C Minor, Op. 111: I. Maestoso - Allegro con brio ed appassionatoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: II. Allegretto appassionatoJohannes Brahms, Claudio Arrau, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: III. Rondo. Allegro scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57 "Appassionata": I. Allegro assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": II. Adagio un poco mossoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": III. Allegro - Più allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 21 in C Major, Op. 53 "Waldstein": III. Rondo. Allegretto moderato - PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 15: III. Rondo. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Claudio Arrau, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Orchestra
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: I. Allegro molto moderato - CadenzaEdvard Grieg, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Schubert: 3 Klavierstücke, D. 946: No. 1, in E-Flat MinorFranz Schubert, Claudio Arrau
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: I. Allegro affetuoso - Andante espressivoRobert Schumann, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Claudio Arrau, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
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