Immerse yourself in the avant-garde brilliance of György Ligeti with "Ligeti: Complete Piano Music, Vol. 2." Released on October 31, 1998, this album is a testament to Ligeti's innovative spirit and his significant contributions to contemporary classical music. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, this collection is a journey through Ligeti's diverse and captivating compositions, showcasing his unique ability to blend traditional and modern elements.
The album features a rich tapestry of pieces, including the intricate "Musica ricercata," a series of eleven movements that explore a wide range of emotions and techniques. From the playful "Allegro con spirito" to the haunting "Adagio Mesto," each movement is a masterclass in composition. The album also includes arrangements of Ligeti's works originally written for two pianos, such as the lively "3 Lakodalmi tanc" (Three Wedding Dances) and the thought-provoking "3 Pieces for 2 Pianos."
Ligeti's influence extends beyond his own compositions, as evidenced by the homage to Bela Bartok in "Musica ricercata: IX. Adagio Mesto" and the tribute to Girolamo Frescobaldi in "Musica ricercata: XI. Andante misurato e tranquillo." The album also features Ligeti's "Études, Book 3," including the mesmerizing "White on White" and the evocative "Pour Irina."
Recorded on the BIS label, this album is a must-listen for anyone interested in the avant-garde genre and the works of György Ligeti. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a newcomer to Ligeti's music, this collection offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Musica ricercata: I. Sostenuto - Misurato - PrestissimoGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: II. Mesto, rigido e cerimonialeGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: III. Allegro con spiritoGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: IV. Tempo di valse (poco vivace - 'a l'orgue de Barbarie')György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: V. Rubato, LamentosoGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: VI. Allegro molto capricciosoGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: VII. Cantabile, molto legatoGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: VIII. Vivace, EnergicoGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: IX. Adagio Mesto, "Bela Bartok in memoriam"György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: X. Vivace. CapricciosoGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Musica ricercata: XI. Andante misurato e tranquillo, "Omaggio a Girolamo Frescobaldi"György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Sonatina: I. Allegro (Arr. For solo piano)György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Sonatina: II. Andante (Arr. For solo piano)György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Sonatina: III. Vivace (Arr. For solo piano)György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Indulo (March) for 2 pianos [arr. For solo piano]György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Polifon etud (Polyphonic Etude) [arr. For solo piano]György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
3 Lakodalmi tanc for 2 pianos: No. 1, A kapuban a szeker (arr. For solo piano) [3 Wedding Dances]György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
3 Lakodalmi tanc for 2 pianos: No. 2, Hopp ide tisztan (arr. For solo piano) [3 Wedding Dances]György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
3 Lakodalmi tanc for 2 pianos: No. 3, Csango forgos (arr. For solo piano) [3 Wedding Dances]György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Allegro (Arr. For solo piano)György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
3 Pieces for 2 Pianos: No. 1, MonumentGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
3 Pieces for 2 Pianos: No. 2, Selbstportrait mit Reich und Riley (und Chopin ist auch dabei)György Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
3 Pieces for 2 Pianos: No. 3, In zart fliessender BewegungGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Études, Book 3: No. 15, White on WhiteGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
Études, Book 3: No. 16, Pour IrinaGyörgy Ligeti, Fredrik Ullén
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