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encore - the mercury masters, vol. 5 - byron janis

Byron Janis - Encore - The Mercury Masters, Vol. 5 (LP)

Byron Janis

1962
14 tracks
43 min
classical piano

Encore - The Mercury Masters, Vol. 5

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Product Description

Byron Janis, a celebrated pianist known for his virtuosic technique and profound musicality, presents a captivating collection of classical piano masterpieces in "Encore - The Mercury Masters, Vol. 5." Released in 1962 under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album is a testament to Janis's artistry, featuring a diverse range of compositions that showcase his versatility and skill.

The album opens with Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6, a piece that highlights Janis's ability to handle complex, fast-paced passages with ease. The tracklist also includes works by other renowned composers such as Chopin, Schumann, and Mendelssohn, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and periods. From the lyrical beauty of Chopin's Valse oubliée No. 1 to the technical demands of Schumann's Noveletten, Op. 21, Janis navigates each piece with precision and emotional depth.

With a duration of 43 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive journey through some of the most beloved and challenging works in the classical piano repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, Byron Janis's "Encore - The Mercury Masters, Vol. 5" is a rewarding listen that showcases the brilliance of both the composer and the performer.

Tracks

Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6 in D flat, S.244Franz Liszt, Byron Janis
6:25
Valse oubliée No. 1 in F sharp, S.215Franz Liszt, Byron Janis
2:54
3 Romanzen, Op. 28: No. 2 in F sharp (Einfach)Robert Schumann, Byron Janis
3:11
El sombrero de tres picos - Transcr. for Piano - Part 1: The Miller's DanceManuel de Falla, Byron Janis
1:43
Années de pèlerinage: 2ème année: Italie, S.161: 5. Sonetto 104 del PetrarcaFranz Liszt, Byron Janis
6:02
The Harmonica PlayerDavid Guion, Byron Janis
1:14
Toccata, Op. 11Sergei Prokofiev, Byron Janis
4:10
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 62: No. 1, Andante espressivoFelix Mendelssohn, Byron Janis
2:52
Noveletten, Op. 21: No. 1 in F (Markiert und kräftig)Robert Schumann, Byron Janis
5:02
12 Etudes, Op. 25: No. 3 in FFrédéric Chopin, Byron Janis
1:41
Waltz No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 34 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Byron Janis
4:53
Three Scenes from Childhood: 1. Run, RunOctavio Pinto, Byron Janis
1:18
Three Scenes from Childhood: 2. MarchOctavio Pinto, Byron Janis
1:05
Three Scenes from Childhood: 3. Hobby-HorseOctavio Pinto, Byron Janis
0:50

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Encore - The Mercury Masters, Vol. 5
Artist: Byron Janis
Album release date: 1 januari 1962
Label: Decca Music Group Ltd.
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 43 min
Tracks: 14 tracks

Other

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

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