Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Wilhelm Kempff's "Arrangements or Transfigurations." Released on March 1, 2017, under the Praga Digitals label, this album is a masterful blend of classical piano, chamber music, and orchestral arrangements that showcase Kempff's virtuosity and artistic depth. Spanning a rich 80 minutes, the album features a diverse collection of pieces, including works from Bach's "The Well-Tempered Clavier," Mozart's "Six Preludes and Fugues for Violin, Viola and Cello," and Schönberg's orchestrated rendition of Brahms' "Piano Quartet in G Minor." Kempff's interpretations are complemented by the intricate arrangements of pieces like "Three Pieces for String Quartet" and "Four Etudes for Orchestra," which highlight his ability to breathe new life into classical compositions. The album also includes Kempff's own transcriptions of "MládĂ, Suite for Wind Sextet," offering a unique perspective on these beloved works. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Arrangements or Transfigurations" promises a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of classical music, performed with Kempff's signature precision and passion.
2022 Little Tribeca2017 Praga Digitals
Tracks
The Well-Temperered Clavier, Vol I, BWV 846–869: I. Prelude in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853Johann Sebastian Bach, Wilhelm Kempff
The Well-Temperered Clavier, Vol I, BWV 846–869: II. Fugue in E-Flat Minor, BWV 853Johann Sebastian Bach, Wilhelm Kempff
Six Preludes and Fugues for Violin, Viola and Cello No. 1, K. 404a: In D Minor (Adagio)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Grumiaux Trio
Six Preludes and Fugues for Violin, Viola and Cello No. 1, K. 404a: In D Minor (Fuga)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Grumiaux Trio
Piano Quartet in G Minor No. 1, Op. 25: II. Intermezzo. Allegro ma non troppoJohannes Brahms, Arthur Rubinstein, Guarneri Quartet
Piano Quartet in G Minor No. 1, Op. 25: II. Intermezzo. Allegro ma non troppo (Orchestrated by Arnold Schönberg)Johannes Brahms, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Robert Craft
Three Pieces for String Quartet: I. DanseIgor Stravinsky, Tokyo String Quartet
Three Pieces for String Quartet: II. ExcentriqueIgor Stravinsky, Tokyo String Quartet
Three Pieces for String Quartet: III. CantiqueIgor Stravinsky, Tokyo String Quartet
Four Etudes for Orchestra: I. DanseIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Antal Doráti
Four Etudes for Orchestra: II. ExcentriqueIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Antal Doráti
Four Etudes for Orchestra: III. CantiqueIgor Stravinsky, London Symphony Orchestra, Antal Doráti
MládĂ, Suite for Wind Sextet: I. AllegroLeoš Janáček, Prague Wind Quintet
MládĂ, Suite for Wind Sextet: II. Andante sostenutoLeoš Janáček, Prague Wind Quintet
MládĂ, Suite for Wind Sextet: III. VivaceLeoš Janáček, Prague Wind Quintet
MládĂ, Suite for Wind Sextet: IV. Allegro animatoLeoš Janáček, Prague Wind Quintet
Mládà (Transcribed for String Quartet by Kryštof Mařatka): I. AllegroLeoš Janáček, Zemlinsky Quartet
Mládà (Transcribed for String Quartet by Kryštof Mařatka): II. Andante sostenutoLeoš Janáček, Zemlinsky Quartet
Mládà (Transcribed for String Quartet by Kryštof Mařatka): III. VivaceLeoš Janáček, Zemlinsky Quartet
Mládà (Transcribed for String Quartet by Kryštof Mařatka): IV. Allegro animatoLeoš Janáček, Zemlinsky Quartet