Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Franz Schubert's late piano sonatas with this captivating album released by Decca Music Group Ltd. in 2003. This collection showcases Schubert's masterful compositional prowess, featuring three of his final piano sonatas: the Piano Sonata No. 19 in C minor, D.958, the Piano Sonata No. 20 in A, D.959, and the Piano Sonata No. 21 in B flat, D.960. Each sonata is a journey through a range of emotions and musical innovations, from the stormy intensity of the C minor sonata to the serene beauty of the B flat sonata.
The album also includes Schubert's Four Impromptus, Op. 90, D.899, which are shorter, more intimate pieces that complement the sonatas beautifully. These impromptus display Schubert's ability to convey deep sentiment and lyricism in concise, yet profound musical forms.
With a total duration of over two hours, this album offers a substantial exploration of Schubert's late works, providing a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Schubert's music, this collection is a testament to the enduring appeal and genius of one of the most beloved composers in history.
Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 19 in C minor, D.958: 1. AllegroFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 19 in C minor, D.958: 2. AdagioFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 19 in C minor, D.958: 3. Menuetto (Allegro)Franz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 19 in C minor, D.958: 4. AllegroFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B flat, D.960: 1. Molto moderatoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B flat, D.960: 2. Andante sostenutoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B flat, D.960: 3. Scherzo (Allegro vivace con delicatezza)Franz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 21 in B flat, D.960: 4. Allegro ma non troppoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 20 in A, D.959: 1. AllegroFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 20 in A, D.959: 2. AndantinoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 20 in A, D.959: 3. Scherzo (Allegro vivace)Franz Schubert, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 20 in A, D.959: 4. Rondo (Allegretto)Franz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D.899: No. 1 in C minor: Allegro molto moderatoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D.899: No. 2 in E flat: AllegroFranz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D.899: No. 3 in G flat: AndanteFranz Schubert, András Schiff
4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D.899: No. 4 in A flat: AllegrettoFranz Schubert, András Schiff
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