Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Frédéric Chopin with this captivating collection of his most celebrated piano works. Released on December 13, 2005, under the Naxos label, this album is a testament to Chopin's unparalleled mastery of the classical piano genre. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, the album features a comprehensive selection of 24 Preludes, Op. 28, each a miniature masterpiece that showcases Chopin's extraordinary ability to convey a wide range of emotions and moods. The album also includes three Impromptus, Op. 29, Op. 36, and Op. 51, as well as the enchanting Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57, and the dynamic Fantasy-Impromptu in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 66. This collection is a must-listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to Chopin's work, offering a rich and rewarding exploration of one of the most influential composers in history.
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Tracks
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 1 in C MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 2 in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 3 in G MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 4 in E MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 5 in D MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 6 in B MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 7 in A MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 8 in F-Sharp MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 9 in E MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 10 in C-Sharp MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 11 in B MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 12 in G-Sharp MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 13 in F-Sharp MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 14 in E-Flat MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 15 in D-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 16 in B-Flat MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 17 in A-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 18 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 19 in E-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 20 in C MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 21 in B-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 22 in G MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 23 in F MajorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 24 in D MinorFrédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
Prélude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45: Prelude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
24 Préludes, Op. 28: Prelude No. 15 in D-Flat Major, Op. 28Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
Impromptu No. 1 in A-Flat Major, Op. 29Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
Impromptu No. 2 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 36Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
Impromptu No. 3 in G-Flat Major, Op. 51Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
Fantasy-Impromptu in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 66Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot
Tarantelle in A-Flat Major, Op. 43Frédéric Chopin, Alfred Cortot