György Kurtág, a renowned figure in the classical music world, presents a captivating collection of works in "Ligeti & Kurtág at Carnegie Hall." Released on January 1, 2010, under the BMC Records label, this album is a testament to Kurtág's mastery of classical piano and composition. Spanning a concise yet impactful 66 minutes, the album features a diverse range of pieces, including the intricate "Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17," a 21-track suite that showcases Kurtág's ability to convey deep emotion and complexity through minimalist compositions. The album also includes the powerful "Cello concerto" and the evocative "Four Poems by Anna Akhmatova, Op. 41," demonstrating Kurtág's versatility and depth as a composer. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
MelodienGyörgy Ligeti, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 1, In a Space OfGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 2, The Day Has FallenGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 3, HeatGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 4, Two Interlaced BodiesGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 5, Why Should I Not Squeal Like a Pig?György Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 6, ChastushkaGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 7, You Took My HeartGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 8, Great MiseryGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 9, PebblesGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 10, A Slender NeedleGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 11, I Know My Loved OneGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 12, Autumn Flowers FadingGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 13, In You I Seek My SalvationGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 14, Your DisappearancesGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 15, Without YouGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 16, Love MeGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 17, PaymentGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 18, A PlaythingGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 19, Why Did You Utter?György Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 20, In the CloudburstGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Messages of the Late R. V. Troussova, Op. 17: No. 21, For Everything (Epilogue)György Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Cello concerto: I. AttaccaGyörgy Ligeti, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Miklós Perényi
Cello concerto: II. Lo stesso tempoGyörgy Ligeti, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Miklós Perényi
Four Poems by Anna Akhmatova, Op. 41: I. PushkinGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Four Poems by Anna Akhmatova, Op. 41: II. For Alexander BlokGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Four Poems by Anna Akhmatova, Op. 41: III. Weeping - GrievingGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
Four Poems by Anna Akhmatova, Op. 41: IV. VoronezhGyörgy Kurtág, UMZE Ensemble, Peter Eötvös, Natalia Zagorinskaya
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