Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano music with Wanda Landowska's "Horizons. Piano Music of Mozart & Chopin." Released on July 18, 2024, this exquisite collection spans nearly three hours and features 56 tracks, showcasing the virtuosity and artistry of one of the most celebrated pianists of her time. Landowska's interpretations of Mozart and Chopin's masterpieces are a testament to her unparalleled skill and deep musical insight.
The album opens with a delicate waltz by Chopin, setting the stage for a journey through some of the most beloved and technically demanding works in the classical repertoire. From the intricate etudes of Chopin to the graceful sonatas of Mozart, each piece is performed with a level of precision and emotional depth that only Wanda Landowska can deliver. Highlights include Chopin's "Clair de Lune" and "Revolutionary Etude," as well as Mozart's "Adagio in B Minor" and "Piano Sonata No. 18."
Recorded with the highest fidelity, this album captures the rich, resonant tones of the piano and Landowska's nuanced phrasing, offering a listening experience that is both intimate and expansive. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Horizons. Piano Music of Mozart & Chopin" is a must-listen, providing a profound and enriching musical experience that transcends time.
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Tracks
Waltz, Op. 69, No. 1 in A-Flat Major (Posthumous) - Welte-Mignon 1039Frédéric Chopin, Bernhard Stavenhagen, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 64, No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor - Welte-Mignon 704Frédéric Chopin, Lucien Wurmser, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 1 in C Major, 'Waterfall' - Duo-Art 5521Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Michael von Zadora
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 5, Black Key Étude - Welte-Mignon 390Frédéric Chopin, Artur Schnabel, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 7 in C Major, 'Toccata' - Duo-Art 5561Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Katharine Goodson
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 8, in F Major 'Sunshine' - Duo-Art 6414Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Ossip Gabrilowitsch
Piano Sonata No. 18 in in D Major, K. 576: II. Adagio - Duo-Art 67760Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wanda Landowska, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 11 in E♭ Major, 'Arpeggio' - Duo-Art 5523Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Michael von Zadora
Petite Suite, Op. 1: No. 1, Au Couvent (At the Convent) - Duo-Art 6170Alexander Borodin, Victor Wittgenstein, Peter Phillips
North Country Sketches: No. 1, Autumn (The Wind Soughs in the Trees, Arr. By Philip Heseltine) - Duo-Art 7190Frederick Delius, Peter Phillips, Ralph Leopold, Percy Grainger
Adagio in B Minor K. 540 - Welte-Mignon 621Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Phillips, Fritz von Bose
Caprice Espagnol, Op. 37 - Duo-Art 6953Moritz Moszkowski, Peter Phillips, Josef Hofmann
Ballade No. 3 in A-Flat Major, Op. 47 - Triphonola 50082Frédéric Chopin, Wilhelm Backhaus, Peter Phillips
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