Immerse yourself in the world of classical piano mastery with Lazar Berman's captivating album, "Berman plays Liszt, Mussorgsky, Rachmaninoff." This extraordinary collection, set to release on March 22, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, showcases Berman's virtuosic prowess and deep musical insight. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 28 minutes, the album is a testament to Berman's ability to breathe life into the compositions of these three legendary composers.
The album opens with Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition," a suite that takes the audience on a visual and auditory journey through a series of vivid musical tableaux. Berman's interpretation brings out the intricate details and emotional depth of each piece, from the playful "Gnomus" to the haunting "The Old Castle" and the frenetic energy of "The Hut on Fowl's Legs (Baba-Yaga)."
Following this, Berman delves into Liszt's "Années de pèlerinage," a collection of piano pieces that reflect the composer's personal experiences and musical evolution. Berman's renditions of pieces like "Au lac de Wallenstadt" and "Orage" are marked by their technical brilliance and expressive nuance. The album also features selections from Liszt's "Venezia e Napoli" and "Piano Concerto No. 1 and 2," showcasing Berman's ability to navigate the complexities of these works with grace and precision.
The album concludes with a selection of preludes by Rachmaninoff, including the haunting "Prelude in G Sharp Minor" and the majestic "Prelude in B Flat." Berman's interpretations are marked by their lyrical beauty and emotional resonance, providing a fitting finale to this extraordinary collection.
"Berman plays Liszt, Mussorgsky, Rachmaninoff" is not just an album; it's a celebration of the piano repertoire and a testament to Lazar Berman's artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: Promenade. Allegro giusto, nel modo rustico, senza allegrezza, ma poco sostenuto - attaccaModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 1. Gnomus.Sempre vivoModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 2. The Old Castle. Andantino molto cantabile e con doloreModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: Promenade. Moderato commodo assai e con delicatezza - attaccaModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 3. The Tuileries Gardens. Allegretto non troppo troppo, capricciosoModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 4. Bydlo. Sempre moderato, pesanteModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: Promenade. Tranquillo - attaccaModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 5. Ballet of the Chickens in Their ShellsModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 6. Samuel Goldenberg and Schmuyle. Andante. Grave-energico - AndantinoModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: Promenade. Allegro giusto, nel modo russico, poco sostenuto - attaccaModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 7. The Market-place at Limoges. Allegretto vivo, sempre scherzando - attaccaModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 8. The Catacombs (Sepulchrum romanum). Largo - attaccaModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: Con mortuis in lingua mortua. Andante non troppo, con lamentoModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Pictures at an Exhibition - for Piano: 9. The Hut on Fowl's Legs (Baba-Yaga). Allegro con brio, feroce - Andante mosso - Allegro molto - attaccaModest Mussorgsky, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage I, S. 160: II. Au lac de WallenstadtFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage I, S. 160: III. PastoraleFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage I, S. 160: IV. Au bord d'une sourceFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage I, S. 160: V. OrageFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage I, S. 160: VII. EglogueFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage II, S. 161: II. Il PenserosoFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage II, S. 161: III. Canzonetta del Salvator RosaFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Venezia e Napoli, S. 162: Supplément aux Années de pèlerinage II: II. CanzoneFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Années de pèlerinage III, S. 163: VII. Sursum corda (Erhebet eure Herzen)Franz Liszt, Lazar Berman
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E flat, S.124: 3. Allegro marziale animatoFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman, Wiener Symphoniker, Carlo Maria Giulini
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 2. Allegro agitato assaiFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman, Wiener Symphoniker, Carlo Maria Giulini
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 4. Allegro decisoFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman, Wiener Symphoniker, Carlo Maria Giulini
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 5. Marziale un poco meno allegroFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman, Wiener Symphoniker, Carlo Maria Giulini
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A, S.125: 6. Allegro animato - StrettoFranz Liszt, Lazar Berman, Wiener Symphoniker, Carlo Maria Giulini
Prélude In G Sharp Minor, Op. 32, No. 12: AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Lazar Berman
Prélude In B Flat, Op. 23, No. 2: MaestosoSergei Rachmaninoff, Lazar Berman
Prelude In F Sharp Minor, Op. 23, No. 1: LargoSergei Rachmaninoff, Lazar Berman
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