Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano with Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli's exquisite album, released on December 1, 2014, under the Praga Digitals label. This captivating collection showcases Michelangeli's masterful interpretations of iconic compositions by Bach, Beethoven, Schumann, and Brahms, offering a rich tapestry of musical brilliance that spans over an hour and fifteen minutes.
The album opens with Bach's Ciaccona from Partita in D Minor, masterfully arranged for piano by Ferruccio Busoni, demonstrating Michelangeli's ability to breathe new life into baroque masterpieces. Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3 follows, with Michelangeli's nuanced performance highlighting the sonata's delicate balance of strength and grace.
Schumann's Faschingsschwank Aus Wien, Op. 26, is rendered with a playful yet refined touch, showcasing Michelangeli's versatility and deep understanding of Romantic-era compositions. The album concludes with Brahms' Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, a tour de force that Michelangeli navigates with technical precision and expressive depth.
Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli's virtuosic playing and profound musical insight make this album a standout in the classical piano repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
Tracks
Ciaccona from Partita in D Minor, BWV 1004 (Arr. for Piano by Ferruccio Busoni)Johann Sebastian Bach, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No.3: I. Allegretto con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No.3: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No.3: III. ScherzoLudwig van Beethoven, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No.3: IV. Finale. Allegro assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Faschingsschwank Aus Wien, Op. 26: I. Sehr lebhaft - AllegroRobert Schumann, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Faschingsschwank Aus Wien, Op. 26: II. Ziemlich langsam - RomanzeRobert Schumann, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Faschingsschwank Aus Wien, Op. 26: III. ScherzinoRobert Schumann, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Faschingsschwank Aus Wien, Op. 26: IV. Mit Größter Energie - IntermezzoRobert Schumann, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Faschingsschwank Aus Wien, Op. 26: V. Höchst lebhaft - FinaleRobert Schumann, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35: ThemaJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Variations I-VIIIJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Variations X-XIIJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Variations I & IIJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Variations V-VIIIJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Variations X-XIIIJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Variations III & IVJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Variations XIII & XIVJohannes Brahms, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
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