Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Ludwig van Beethoven with the comprehensive album "Brendel spielt Beethoven," released on January 1, 2010, by Decca. This extensive collection spans over six hours and twenty-six minutes, offering a profound exploration of Beethoven's masterful compositions for piano and orchestra.
The album features a meticulous selection of Beethoven's piano concertos and sonatas, performed with unparalleled artistry. The concertos, recorded live in Chicago in 1983, include the iconic Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat Major, Op. 73, known as the "Emperor," showcasing Beethoven's grandeur and innovation. The sonatas, ranging from the early works like Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1, to the profound Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13, "Pathétique," demonstrate the evolution of Beethoven's musical language and emotional depth.
Additionally, the album includes the Fantasia in C Minor, Op. 80, "Choral Fantasy," a unique blend of solo piano, vocal, and orchestral elements that highlight Beethoven's experimental spirit. Each piece is performed with precision and passion, capturing the essence of Beethoven's revolutionary contributions to classical music.
"Brendel spielt Beethoven" is not just a compilation of performances; it is a testament to the enduring legacy of Ludwig van Beethoven. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Beethoven's works, this album offers an enriching and comprehensive journey through the composer's most celebrated pieces.
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15: 1. Allegro con brio - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15: 2. Largo - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 15: 3. Rondo (Allegro scherzando) - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 19: 1. Allegro con brio - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 19: 2. Adagio - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 19: 3. Rondo (Molto allegro) - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37: 1. Allegro con brio - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37: 2. Largo - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor, Op. 37: 3. Rondo (Allegro) - Live In Chicago / 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: I. Allegro moderato - Live at Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: II. Andante con moto - Live at Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: III. Rondo. Vivace - Live at Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": I. Allegro - Live at Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": II. Adagio un poco moto – - Live at Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73 "Emperor": III. Rondo. Allegro ma non troppo - Live at Orchestra Hall, Chicago, 1983Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
Fantasia in C Minor, Op. 80 "Choral Fantasy": I. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Fantasia in C Minor, Op. 80 "Choral Fantasy": II. Finale: a. Allegro – Meno allegro – Allegro molto – b. Adagio ma non troppo – c. Marcia, assai vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Fantasia in C Minor, Op. 80 "Choral Fantasy": II. Finale: d. Allegro – Allegretto ma non troppo quasi andante con moto – e. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel, London Philharmonic Choir, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bernard Haitink
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: III. Menuetto. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: IV. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: I. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: II. Largo appassionatoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: III. Scherzo. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 2 No. 2: IV. Rondo. GraziosoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: III. Scherzo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: IV. Allegro assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grand Sonata": I. Allegro molto e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grand Sonata": II. Largo, con gran espressioneLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grand Sonata": III. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 4 in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 "Grand Sonata": IV. Rondo. Poco allegretto e graziosoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 10 No. 1: I. Allegro molto e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 10 No. 1: II. Adagio moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 10 No. 1: III. Finale. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 6 in F Major, Op. 10 No. 2: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 6 in F Major, Op. 10 No. 2: II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 6 in F Major, Op. 10 No. 2: III. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 7 in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3: I. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 7 in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3: II. Largo e mestoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 7 in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3: III. Menuetto. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 7 in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3: IV. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": I. Grave - Allegro di molto e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 9 in E Major, Op. 14 No. 1: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 9 in E Major, Op. 14 No. 1: II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Piano Sonata No. 9 in E Major, Op. 14 No. 1: III. Rondo. Allegro comodoLudwig van Beethoven, Alfred Brendel
Vinylscout