Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano with Johannes Brahms' "Virtus," a captivating album set to release on March 14, 2025, under the prestigious La Dolce Volta label. Spanning a little over an hour, this collection is a testament to Brahms' mastery, featuring a blend of his own compositions and brilliant transcriptions.
The album opens with Franz Liszt's "Valse de l'opéra 'Faust'," setting the stage for a journey through Brahms' own "Piano Sonata No. 15 in C Major, K. 545 'Sonata facile'," a three-movement work that showcases the composer's lyrical and structural genius. The sonata's Allegro, Andante, and Rondo movements offer a perfect balance of technical prowess and emotional depth.
The heart of the album lies in Brahms' "Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35," a monumental work divided into two books. These variations, ranging from the delicate Andante to the fiery Veloce, energico, demonstrate Brahms' extraordinary ability to transform a single theme into a kaleidoscope of moods and textures.
The album concludes with two enchanting pieces: Franz Liszt's "Réminiscences de Norma" and a transcription by Sergei Rachmaninoff of Schubert's "Die schöne Müllerin, D. 795: No. 2, Wohin?" These final tracks add a touch of operatic drama and romanticism, rounding off the album with a sense of grandeur.
"Virtus" is not just a collection of classical pieces; it's a celebration of Johannes Brahms' enduring legacy and his profound impact on the world of classical piano. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to classical music, this album promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
Tracks
Valse de l'opéra "Faust", S. 407Franz Liszt, Michel Dalberto
Piano Sonata No. 15 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Michel Dalberto
Piano Sonata No. 15 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Michel Dalberto
Piano Sonata No. 15 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": III. Rondo. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: ThemeJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. IJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. IIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. IIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. IVJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. VJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. VIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. VIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. VIIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. IXJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. XJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. XI. AndanteJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. XIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. IJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. II. Poco animatoJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. IIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. IV. Poco allegrettoJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. VJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. VI. Poco più vivaceJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. VIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. VIII. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. IXJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. X. Veloce, energicoJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. X. VivaceJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. XII. Un poco andanteJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book II: Var. XIIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. XIIIJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book I: Var. XIVJohannes Brahms, Michel Dalberto
Réminiscences de Norma, S. 394Franz Liszt, Michel Dalberto
Die schöne Müllerin, D. 795: No. 2, Wohin ? (Transcr. for Piano by Sergei Rachmaninoff)Franz Schubert, Michel Dalberto
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