Immerse yourself in the intricate world of chamber music with Viktor Ullmann's "Complete Piano Sonatas," a captivating collection released on January 1, 1993, under Bayer Records. This album is a testament to Ullmann's mastery of the piano sonata form, offering a rich tapestry of musical expression that spans over two hours. The album comprises five sonatas, each a journey through a variety of emotions and styles, from the energetic and agitated to the serene and graceful. Ullmann's compositions are deeply influenced by his contemporaries and predecessors, as seen in the variations and fugues based on themes by Mozart and a Hebrew folk song. The inclusion of a mährisches Volkslied, recorded by Leos Janacek, adds a touch of cultural richness to the collection. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Ullmann's "Complete Piano Sonatas" promises a rewarding and engaging listening experience.
1993 Rudolf Bayer1993 Rudolf Bayer
Tracks
I. Molto agitatoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
II. Andante, quasi marcia funebre in memoriam Gustav MahlerViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
III. Adagio - PrestoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
I. Allegro energico e agitatoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
II. Moderato (Mährisches Volkslied, aufgezeichnet von Leos Janaczek)Viktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
III. PrestissimoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
I. Allegro grazioso, ma agitatoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
II. Scherzo: Allegro violente - PrestissimoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
III. Allegro grazioso - 7 Variationen und Fuge über ein Thema von W. A. Mozart KV 3Viktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
I. Allegro vivaceViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
II. Adagio - AttaccaViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
III. Vivace moltoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
I. Allegro con brioViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
II. Andante - Toccatina: VivaceViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
III. Serenade: Comodo - Più allegro - Finale fugato: Allegro moltoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
I. Allegro molto - Andante poco adagioViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
II. Allegretto grazioso - AttaccaViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
III. Presto, ma non troppo - AttaccaViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
IV. Tempo 1: Allegro moltoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
I. Allegro, gemächliche HalbeViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
II. Alla marcia, ben misuratoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
III. Adagio, ma con moto - AttaccaViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
IV. Scherzo: Allegretto graciosoViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter
V. Thema, Variationen und Fuge über ein hebräisches VolksliedViktor Ullmann, Konrad Richter