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medtner: arabesques, dithyrambs, elegies & other short piano works - nikolai medtner

Nikolai Medtner - Medtner: Arabesques, Dithyrambs, Elegies & Other Short Piano Works (LP)

Nikolai Medtner

2012
38 tracks
2 uur, 37 min
classical piano

Medtner: Arabesques, Dithyrambs, Elegies & Other Short Piano Works

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Immerse yourself in the intricate and expressive world of Nikolai Medtner with this captivating collection of his piano works. Released on Hyperion in 2012, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 37 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Medtner's compositional prowess. The album features a diverse range of pieces, including Arabesques, Dithyrambs, Elegies, and other short piano works, showcasing Medtner's unique ability to blend technical brilliance with deep emotional resonance.

Medtner, a contemporary of Rachmaninoff and Scriabin, was a master of the piano, and this album highlights his distinctive style, characterized by rich harmonies, intricate rhythms, and a profound understanding of the instrument's capabilities. The pieces range from the delicate and introspective to the powerful and dramatic, demonstrating Medtner's versatility and emotional depth.

Highlights include the playful and whimsical "Stimmungsbilder," the intense and dramatic "3 Dithyramben," and the lyrical and expressive "2 Elegies." Each piece is a testament to Medtner's ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and moods, making this album a treasure trove for lovers of classical piano music. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Medtner's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.

Tracks

Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: I. Prolog. Andante cantabileNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
4:28
Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: II. Allegro con impetoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:01
Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: III. Maestoso freddoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:22
Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: IV. Andantino con motoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:06
Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: V. AndanteNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:14
Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: VI. Allegro con humoreNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:10
Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: VII. Allegro con iraNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
1:47
Stimmungsbilder, Op. 1: VIII. Allegro con graziaNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
1:42
3 Improvisations, Op. 2: I. Nixe "Rusalka". VeloceNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
8:10
3 Improvisations, Op. 2: II. Eine Ball-Reminiscenz. SchwärmendNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
6:25
3 Improvisations, Op. 2: III. Scherzo infernale. Prestissimo possibileNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
4:59
4 Morceaux, Op. 4: I. Etude. Allegro assaiNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:26
4 Morceaux, Op. 4: II. Caprice. Allegretto capricciosoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:32
4 Morceaux, Op. 4: III. Moment Musical. AgitatoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:34
4 Morceaux, Op. 4: IV. Prélude. Allegro appassionatoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:34
3 Arabesques, Op. 7: I. Ein Idyll. Allegretto tranquillo e dolceNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:15
3 Arabesques, Op. 7: II. Tragoedie-Fragment in A Minor. Andantino con motoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:51
3 Arabesques, Op. 7: III. Tragoedie-Fragment in G Minor. Allegro inquieto ma al rigore di tempoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
4:00
3 Dithyramben, Op. 10: I. Maestoso severamenteNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
6:13
3 Dithyramben, Op. 10: II. Mit höchstem PathosNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
8:42
3 Dithyramben, Op. 10: III. Andantino innocenteNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:36
3 Novellen, Op. 17: I. Daphnis und Chloe. AndanteNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:44
3 Novellen, Op. 17: II. Tempo giustoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
4:48
3 Novellen, Op. 17: III. Allegro, molto sostenutoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
6:48
4 Lyrische Fragmente, Op. 23: I. Allegro commodamenteNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:57
4 Lyrische Fragmente, Op. 23: II. Andantino gracileNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:02
4 Lyrische Fragmente, Op. 23: III. Tempo di valseNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
1:58
4 Lyrische Fragmente, Op. 23: IV. Andantino tenebrosoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:04
Etude in C MinorNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:39
3 Morceaux, Op. 31: I. Improvisation. Andantino, gracileNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
8:16
3 Morceaux, Op. 31: II. Marche funèbre. Andante lugubreNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:11
3 Morceaux, Op. 31: III. Skazka. Allegretto capriccioso, con molto tenerezzaNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
2:27
3 Hymnen an die Arbeit, Op. 49: I. Vor der Arbeit. Allegretto molto tranquilloNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:49
3 Hymnen an die Arbeit, Op. 49: II. Am Amboss. Allegro, molto pesante e poco rubatoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:27
3 Hymnen an die Arbeit, Op. 49: III. Nach der Arbeit. Allegro vivaceNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
3:36
Theme and Variations in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 55Nikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
9:09
2 Elegies, Op. 59: I. Andante largamentoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
6:52
2 Elegies, Op. 59: II. Andante con motoNikolai Medtner, Hamish Milne
8:13

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Details

Album: Medtner: Arabesques, Dithyrambs, Elegies & Other Short Piano Works
Artist: Nikolai Medtner
Album release date: 24 februari 2012
Label: Hyperion
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 2 uur, 37 min
Tracks: 38 tracks

Other

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

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