Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Frédéric Chopin with Nelson Goerner's mesmerizing performance at the Wigmore Hall. Released on September 6, 2010, under the Wigmore Hall Live label, this album is a testament to Goerner's virtuosity and Chopin's timeless compositions. Spanning a little over an hour and sixteen minutes, the album is a rich tapestry of classical piano masterpieces, featuring some of Chopin's most celebrated works.
The tracklist is a journey through Chopin's diverse musical landscape, beginning with the grandeur of the Polonaise-Fantaisie in A flat major, Op.61, and continuing with the delicate beauty of the Two Nocturnes, Op.62. The Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise Brillante in E flat major, Op.22, showcases Goerner's technical prowess and expressive depth. The album also includes a selection of Chopin's Etudes, Op. 10, each piece a study in musical form and emotional resonance. The encores, Prelude in G major, Op.32: No.5 and Prelude in D minor, Op. 28: No.24, add a final touch of brilliance to this already stellar collection.
Nelson Goerner's interpretation of Chopin's works is both sensitive and powerful, bringing out the nuances and complexities of each piece. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Chopin's music, this album offers a compelling and enjoyable listening experience.
(C) 2010 Wigmore Hall Live
Tracks
Polonaise-Fantaisie in A flat major, Op.61: Allegro maestosoFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Two Nocturnes, No. 1 in B major, Op.62: AndanteFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Two Nocturnes, No. 2 in E major, Op.62: LentoFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise Brillante in E flat major, Op.22 Andante spianato: tranquilloFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise Brillante in E flat major, Op.22 Polonaise: Allegro moltoFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.1 in C major, Op. 10: AllegroFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.2 in A minor, Op. 10: AllegroFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.3 in E major, Op. 10: Lento ma non troppoFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.4 in C sharp minor, Op. 10Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.5 in G flat major, Op. 10: VivaceFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.6 in E flat major, Op. 10: AndanteFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.7 in C major, Op. 10: VivaceFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.8 in F major, Op. 10: AllegroFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.9 in F minor, Op. 10: Allegro molto agitatoFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.10 in A flat major, Op. 10: Vivace assaFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.11 in E flat major, Op. 10: AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Etudes, No.12 in C minor, Op. 10: Allegro con fuocoFrédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Prelude in G major, Op.32: No.5 - Moderato (Encore)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nelson Goerner
Prelude in D minor, Op. 28: No.24 - Allegro appassionato (Encore)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
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