Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Béla Bartók with this comprehensive collection of his orchestral and piano works. Released on August 10, 2015, under the Mangora Classical label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 18 minutes, offering a deep dive into the neoclassical and classical genres that Bartók mastered so brilliantly.
The album opens with Bartók's iconic Concerto for Orchestra, a piece that showcases his innovative use of orchestration and rhythmic complexity. Following this, you'll find all three of Bartók's piano concertos, each offering a unique blend of technical virtuosity and emotional depth. The Piano Concerto No. 2, with its hauntingly beautiful Adagio movement, is a standout, while the Piano Concerto No. 3, with its religiously inspired Adagio religioso, offers a profound and introspective listening experience.
Rounding out the collection is the Rhapsody for Piano and Orchestra, a work that highlights Bartók's ability to blend folk influences with classical forms. Throughout the album, Bartók's distinctive voice shines through, making this a collection that any fan of classical music will want to explore. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Bartók or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Concerto for Orchestra, Sz. 116: I. Introduzione. Andante non troppoBéla Bartók, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Concerto for Orchestra, Sz. 116: II. Presentando le coppie. Allegro scherzandoBéla Bartók, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Concerto for Orchestra, Sz. 116: III. Elegia. Andante non troppoBéla Bartók, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Concerto for Orchestra, Sz. 116: IV. Intermezzo interrotto. AllegrettoBéla Bartók, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Concerto for Orchestra, Sz. 116: V. Finale. Pesante - PrestoBéla Bartók, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 2, Sz. 95: I. AllegroBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 2, Sz. 95: II. Adagio - Presto - Più adagioBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 2, Sz. 95: III. Allegro moltoBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Rhapsody for Piano and Orchestra, Op. 1, Sz. 27: I. Adagio moltoBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Rhapsody for Piano and Orchestra, Op. 1, Sz. 27: II. Poco allegrettoBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 1, Sz. 83: I. Allegro moderato - AllegroBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 1, Sz. 83: II. AndanteBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 1, Sz. 83: III. Allegro moltoBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 3, Sz. 119: I. AllegrettoBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 3, Sz. 119: II. Adagio religiosoBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
Piano Concerto No. 3, Sz. 119: III. Allegro vivaceBéla Bartók, Géza Anda, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Ferenc Fricsay
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