Embark on a captivating journey through the realms of classical piano with Elisabeth Leonskaja's exquisite album, "Mozart, Schubert, Chopin, Brahms." This meticulously curated collection, set for release on January 27, 2025, under Warner Classics, showcases Leonskaja's virtuosity and deep connection with some of the most revered composers in classical music history.
Spanning nearly four hours, this album is a testament to Leonskaja's profound musicality and technical brilliance. The tracklist is a harmonious blend of sonatas, nocturnes, and romantic pieces, offering a diverse and enriching listening experience. From the playful Allegretto of Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 to the intense and dramatic movements of Brahms' Piano Sonata No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 2, each piece is performed with a level of artistry that highlights Leonskaja's exceptional skill and emotional depth.
Chopin's enchanting nocturnes, including the haunting Nocturne No. 19 in E Minor, Op. Posth. 72 No. 1 and the serene Nocturne No. 5 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 15 No. 2, are rendered with a sensitivity that brings out the full beauty of these timeless compositions. The album also features a selection of Schubert's sonatas and Brahms' romantic pieces, each performed with a nuanced understanding that captures the essence of these works.
Elisabeth Leonskaja's interpretation of these classical masterpieces is not just a performance but a conversation with the composers themselves. Her playing is marked by a rare combination of technical precision and emotional resonance, making this album a true celebration of classical piano music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding experience that showcases the enduring power and beauty of these timeless compositions.
Tracks
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545: III. Rondo. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Tchaikovsky: Piano Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 37 "Grand Sonata": III. Scherzo. Allegro giocosoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: II. ScherzoFrédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: IV. Finale. Presto non tantoFrédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schumann: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11: II. Aria. Senza passione, ma espressivoRobert Schumann, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 2: I. Allegro non troppo, ma energicoJohannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 2: II. Andante con espressioneJohannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 2: III. Scherzo. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 2: IV. Finale. SostenutoJohannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 5: IV. Intermezzo. Andante moltoJohannes Brahms, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Chopin: Nocturne No. 19 in E Minor, Op. Posth. 72 No. 1Frédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Chopin: Nocturne No. 5 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 15 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Chopin: Nocturne No. 4 in F Major, Op. 15 No. 1Frédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Chopin: Nocturne No. 20 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth.Frédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart / Arr. Grieg for Two Pianos: Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Sviatoslav Richter
Mozart / Arr. Grieg for Two Pianos: Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Sviatoslav Richter
Mozart / Arr. Grieg for Two Pianos: Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": III. Rondo. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Sviatoslav Richter
Chopin: Nocturne No. 21 in C Minor, Op. Posth.Frédéric Chopin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 19 in C Minor, D. 958: III. Menuetto. Allegro - TrioFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 19 in C Minor, D. 958: IV. AllegroFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Scriabin: Piano Sonata No. 2 in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 19 "Sonata Fantasy": I. AndanteAlexander Scriabin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Scriabin: Piano Sonata No. 2 in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 19 "Sonata Fantasy": II. PrestoAlexander Scriabin, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960: III. Scherzo. Allegro vivace con delicatezza - TrioFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 14 in A Minor, Op. Posth. 143, D. 784 "Grande sonate": II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 14 in A Minor, Op. Posth. 143, D. 784 "Grande sonate": III. Allegro vivaceFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, K. 282: II. Menuetto I - Menuetto IIWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, K. 282: III. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": III. Scherzo. PrestoFranz Schubert, Alban Berg Quartett, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Georg Hortnagel
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": V. Finale. Allegro giustoFranz Schubert, Alban Berg Quartett, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Georg Hortnagel
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, K. 284: II. Rondeau en polonaise. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 8 in A Minor, K. 310: III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331 "Alla Turca": III. Alla Turca - AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 17 in B-Flat Major, K. 570: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 17 in B-Flat Major, K. 570: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 17 in B-Flat Major, K. 570: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 1 in E Major, D. 157: III. Menuetto. Allegro vivace - TrioFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 2 in C Major, D. 279: III. Menuetto. Allegro vivace - TrioFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 6 in E Minor, D. 566: I. ModeratoFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 6 in E Minor, D. 566: II. AllegrettoFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 5 in A-Flat Major, D. 557: I. Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 3 in E Major, D. 459: IV. Scherzo. Allegro - Trio. Più tardoFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 7 in E-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 122, D. 568: III. Menuetto. Allegretto - TrioFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 9 in B Major, Op. Posth. 147, D. 575: IV. Allegro giustoFranz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 11 in F Minor, D. 625: III. Adagio, D. 505Franz Schubert, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: 15 Romanzen aus "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 1, Keinen hat es noch gereutJohannes Brahms, Brigitte Fassbaender, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: 15 Romanzen aus "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 2, Traun! Bogen und PfeilJohannes Brahms, Brigitte Fassbaender, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: 15 Romanzen aus "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 3, Sind es Schmerzen, sind es FreudenJohannes Brahms, Brigitte Fassbaender, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: 15 Romanzen aus "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 4, Liebe kam aus fernen LandenJohannes Brahms, Brigitte Fassbaender, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: 15 Romanzen aus "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 5, So willst du des ArmenJohannes Brahms, Brigitte Fassbaender, Elisabeth Leonskaja
Brahms: 15 Romanzen aus "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 6, Wie soll ich die FreudeJohannes Brahms, Brigitte Fassbaender, Elisabeth Leonskaja
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