Immerse yourself in the legendary artistry of Vladimir Horowitz with "Great Moments of Vladimir Horowitz live at Carnegie Hall." This remarkable collection captures the virtuoso pianist in his prime, delivering a spellbinding performance that spans a diverse repertoire of classical masterpieces. Recorded live at the iconic Carnegie Hall, the album showcases Horowitz's unparalleled technical prowess and profound musicality, offering a rare glimpse into his mesmerizing live performances.
The album features 27 tracks, including iconic works by composers such as Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff, among others. From the intricate and dynamic "Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564" by Bach to the lyrical beauty of Chopin's "Nocturne No. 15 in F Minor, Op. 55, No. 1," and the exhilarating "Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor" by Liszt, each piece is rendered with Horowitz's distinctive touch and unmatched expressiveness.
Released in 2013 by Sony Classical, this album is a testament to Horowitz's enduring legacy and his ability to transcend time and space through his music. The 2013 remastered versions of the recordings ensure that the sound quality is as pristine as the performances themselves, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the nuances and depth of Horowitz's playing.
With a duration of over two and a half hours, "Great Moments of Vladimir Horowitz live at Carnegie Hall" is a comprehensive journey through the piano repertoire, showcasing the breadth and versatility of Horowitz's genius. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of piano performances, this album is a treasure trove of musical brilliance that will leave you in awe of Horowitz's extraordinary talent.
(P) 2013 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: I. Preludio, quasi improvvisando. Tempo moderatoJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Horowitz
Keyboard Sonata in G Major, K.55, L. 335 (Recorded February 1, 1968) - 2013 Remastered VersionDomenico Scarlatti, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331 (300i): I. Tema. Andante grazioso e variazioni - 2013 Remastered VersionWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vladimir Horowitz
Sonata No. 23 in F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: I. Allegro - 2013 Remastered VersionJoseph Haydn, Vladimir Horowitz, Audience
Sonata No. 23 in F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: II. Adagio - 2013 Remastered VersionJoseph Haydn, Vladimir Horowitz, Audience
Sonata No. 23 in F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: III. Finale. Presto - 2013 Remastered VersionJoseph Haydn, Vladimir Horowitz, Audience
32 Variations in C Minor, WoO 80 - 2013 Remastered VersionLudwig van Beethoven, Vladimir Horowitz
Barcarolle in F-Sharp Major, Op. 60Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Nocturne No. 15 in F Minor, Op. 55, No. 1Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23 (Recorded January 2, 1968) - 2013 Remastered VersionFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Étude in A Minor, Op. 104b, No. 3 - 2013 Remastered VersionFelix Mendelssohn, Vladimir Horowitz
Dichterliebe, Op. 48: 1. Im wunderschönen Monat MaiRobert Schumann, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Vladimir Horowitz
Dichterliebe, Op. 48: 2. Aus meinen Tränen sprießenRobert Schumann, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Vladimir Horowitz
Blumenstück in D-Flat Major, Op. 19Robert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Au bord d'une source, S. 160/4 (Années de pèlerinage - 1ère année: Suisse)Franz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
Années de pelerinage, Suisse, S. 160: No. 6, Vallée d'Obermann - 2013 Remastered VersionFranz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
Prelude in G, Op. 32 No. 5Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. L'istesso tempo - Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
L'Isle joyeuse - 2013 Remastered VersionClaude Debussy, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata in C Major, Op. 70, No. 10 - 2013 Remastered VersionAlexander Scriabin, Vladimir Horowitz
Étincelles, Op. 36 No. 6Moritz Moszkowski, Vladimir Horowitz
Variations on a Theme from Bizet's Carmen (Recorded January 2, 1968) - 2013 Remastered VersionVladimir Horowitz
Toccata in D Minor, Op.11Sergei Prokofiev, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro con fuoco - 2013 Remastered VersionPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, George Szell, Vladimir Horowitz, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: The Great Gate of Kiev - 2013 Remastered VersionModest Mussorgsky, Vladimir Horowitz
Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor - 2013 Remastered VersionFranz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
The Stars and Stripes ForeverJohn Philip Sousa, Vladimir Horowitz
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