Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano music with Teresa Carreño's captivating album, "Abendlied. Piano Music of Handel and Schumann. Visions from the Golden Age." This exquisite collection, released on February 29, 2024, under the Novus Promusica label, offers a rich tapestry of timeless compositions that showcase the virtuosity and artistry of Teresa Carreño.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 52 minutes, the album is a testament to the enduring appeal of classical music, featuring works by renowned composers such as Handel and Schumann. The tracklist is a diverse and engaging journey through various musical styles and periods, from the elegant Baroque of Handel's "Chaconne in G Major" to the romantic intricacies of Schumann's "Carnaval" and "Davidsbündlertänze."
Teresa Carreño's masterful interpretations bring a fresh perspective to these beloved pieces, highlighting her technical prowess and deep musical insight. The album includes a mix of well-known favorites and lesser-known gems, such as the delicate "Abendlied" from Klavierstücke Für Kleine Und Große Kinder and the evocative "Nachtstucke, Op. 23: No. 4, Nocturne in F Major."
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding listening experience. Teresa Carreño's nuanced performances and the meticulous selection of pieces make "Abendlied. Piano Music of Handel and Schumann. Visions from the Golden Age" a must-listen for anyone seeking to explore the beauty and depth of classical piano music.
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Tracks
Xerxes: LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Eugenie Adam Benard, Peter Phillips
Suite for Harpsichord, No. 14: Gavotte Varie - Welte-Mignon 540George Frideric Handel, Raoul Stéphane Pugno, Peter Phillips
Suite for Harpsichord No. 5: Air with Variations ('Harmonious Blacksmith') - Duo-Art 6020George Frideric Handel, Peter Phillips, Teresa Carreño
Chaconne in G Major HWV 435 - Welte-Mignon 1106George Frideric Handel, Peter Phillips, Elly Ney
Klavierstücke Für Kleine Und Große Kinder, Op. 85: No. 12, Abendlied - Welte-Mignon 3063Robert Schumann, Rudolph Ganz, Peter Phillips
Arabesque, Op. 18 in C Major - Welte-Mignon 270Robert Schumann, Peter Phillips, Sandra Droucker
Variations on the Name 'Abegg', Op. 1 - Welte-Mignon 525Robert Schumann, Peter Phillips, Egon Petri
Fantasiestucke, Op. 12: No. 1, Evening (Des Abends) - Triphonola 51241Robert Schumann, Alfred Reisenauer, Peter Phillips
Carnaval, Op. 9: Part 1 (Movements 1 to 11) - Welte-Mignon 321Robert Schumann, Alfred Reisenauer, Peter Phillips
Carnaval, Op. 9: Part 2 (Movements 12 to 19) - Welte-Mignon 322Robert Schumann, Alfred Reisenauer, Peter Phillips
Carnaval, Op. 9: Part 3 (Movements 20 & 21) - Welte-Mignon 323Robert Schumann, Alfred Reisenauer, Peter Phillips
Davidsbündlertänze, Op. 6 - Welte-Mignon 691Robert Schumann, Otto Neitzel, Peter Phillips
Nachtstucke, Op. 23: No. 4, Nocturne in F Major - Triphonola 51223Robert Schumann, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
Spanish Romance, Op. 74 - The Smuggler (Arr. For Solo Piano by Carl Tausig) - Duo-Art 7072Robert Schumann, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
Adoration (Accompaniment for Violin in D) - Duo-Art 101917Felix Borowski, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Gavotte and Variations (Arr. By Leschetizky) - Duo-Art 6217Jean-Philippe Rameau, Peter Phillips, Ethel Leginska
Alpine Storm, Op. 105Charles Kunkel, Peter Phillips, Genevieve Pitot
Fantasia Triumphal on a Brazilian National Hymn - Duo-Art 6442Louis Moreau Gottschalk, Peter Phillips, Guiomar Novaes