Yundi's "Vienna Recital" is a captivating journey through the world of classical piano, released on January 1, 2005, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label. This album showcases Yundi's exceptional talent and versatility, featuring a mix of sonatas and suites that highlight his technical prowess and artistic sensitivity.
The album begins with two keyboard sonatas, one in E Major and the other in G Major, performed with a delicate touch and precision. Yundi then takes on Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, K. 330, delivering a performance that is both lively and nuanced, with each movement expertly crafted.
The centerpiece of the album is Schumann's "Carnaval," a suite of 21 short pieces that evoke the spirit of a masquerade. Yundi's interpretation is nothing short of breathtaking, with each character and mood brought to life with remarkable clarity and depth. From the playful "Pierrot" to the passionate "Chiarina," Yundi's performance is a testament to his ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his playing.
The album concludes with Liszt's "Rhapsodie espagnole," a fiery and virtuosic piece that showcases Yundi's technical brilliance. With a duration of just over an hour and eleven minutes, "Vienna Recital" is a compact yet comprehensive exploration of the classical piano repertoire, performed by one of the most talented pianists of our time.
Tracks
Keyboard Sonata in E Major, Kk. 380 - Performed on PianoDomenico Scarlatti, YUNDI
Keyboard Sonata in G Major, Kk. 13 - Performed on PianoDomenico Scarlatti, YUNDI
Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, K. 330: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, YUNDI
Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, K. 330: II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, YUNDI
Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, K. 330: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: I. Préambule. Quasi maestosoRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: II. Pierrot. ModeratoRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: III. Arlequin. VivoRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: IV. Valse noble. Un poco maestosoRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: V. Eusebius. AdagioRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: VI. Florestan. PassionatoRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: VII. Coquette. VivoRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: VIII. Réplique. L'istesso tempo – SphinxesRobert Schumann, YUNDI
Carnaval, Op. 9: IX. Papillons. PrestissimoRobert Schumann, YUNDI
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