Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Zygmunt Stojowski's piano concertos with this remarkable album, featuring his Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 3 and Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations." Released on February 1, 2002, by Hyperion, this album is a testament to Stojowski's mastery of the piano concerto form, showcasing his unique voice and technical brilliance.
The first concerto, composed in F-Sharp Minor, is a dramatic and powerful work that demands the pianist's full technical prowess. The second concerto, in A-Flat Major, is a more lyrical and introspective piece, featuring a series of variations that highlight Stojowski's melodic inventiveness.
Throughout the album, Stojowski's compositions are brought to life with virtuosic performances that capture the essence of his music. The album's duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes offers a substantial journey through Stojowski's piano concertos, making it a valuable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Stojowski's music or a newcomer looking to explore his work, this album is sure to impress and inspire.
Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 3: I. Andante poco mosso – Allegro un poco maestosoZygmunt Stojowski, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 3: II. Andante sostenuto e molto cantabileZygmunt Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 3: III. Allegro con fuoco – Presto – Più prestoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": I. Prologue. Andante con motoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Jonathan Plowright
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": II. Scherzo. PrestoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIa. Theme. Maestoso e moderato moltoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIb. Var. 1. Molto sostenutoZygmunt Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIc. Var. 2. Con espressione poco rubatoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIId. Var. 3. Più mossoZygmunt Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIe. Var. 4. AllegrettoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIf. Var. 5. Molto vivaceZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIg. Var. 6. Con fuoco, agitatoZygmunt Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIh. Var. 7. Con moto, energicoZygmunt Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIi. Var. 8. Andante sostenutoZygmunt Stojowski, Jonathan Plowright, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIj. Var. 9. Andantino ben moderatoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 32 "Prologue, Scherzo & Variations": IIIk. Var. 10. Finale. Allegro moltoZygmunt Stojowski, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Plowright, Martyn Brabbins
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