Emil Gilels, a name synonymous with virtuosity and profound musical insight, is celebrated in this comprehensive collection, "Emil Gilels 100: Essential." Released on September 1, 2016, by JSC "Firma Melodiya," this album spans a staggering five hours and one minute, offering a deep dive into the pianist's extraordinary repertoire. Gilels, known for his technical brilliance and emotional depth, brings to life a diverse array of classical piano masterpieces.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of works from some of the most revered composers in history, including Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, and Stravinsky. From the intricate and playful "Fantasy on Two Themes from Mozart's 'The Marriage of Figaro'" to the dramatic intensity of Beethoven's "Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathétique,'" Gilels's interpretations are nothing short of transcendent. His renditions of Chopin's nocturnes and etudes showcase his unparalleled ability to convey both delicacy and power, while his performances of works by Liszt and Scriabin highlight his command of the most demanding technical challenges.
This collection is not just a tribute to Gilels's artistry but also a testament to the enduring legacy of classical piano music. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Emil Gilels 100: Essential" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album's extensive duration and diverse selection ensure that there is something for every taste, making it a valuable addition to any music lover's collection.
Fantasy on Two Themes from Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro", BV B66Franz Liszt, Ferruccio Busoni, Emil Gilels
Suite No. 1 in G Minor: VI. Giga (Arr. Leopold Godowsky)Jean-Baptiste Loeillet, Emil Gilels
Pastourelle, FP 45bFrancis Poulenc, Emil Gilels
Nocturnes, L. 91: No. 2, Fêtes (Arr. Leonard Borwick)Claude Debussy, Emil Gilels
Grandes Etudes de Paganini, S. 141: V. The HuntFranz Liszt, Emil Gilels
Hungarian Dances, Book 1, WoO 1: No. 1 in G MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
Song Without Words, Op. 38: VI. Andante con motoFelix Mendelssohn, Emil Gilels
Incidental Music for "A Midsummer Night’s Dream ", Op. 61: II. Scherzo (Arr. Sergei Rachmaninoff)Felix Mendelssohn, Emil Gilels
Hungarian Rhapsody, S. 244: No. 6 in D-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, Emil Gilels
Pastorale and Capriccio on Motives of Domenico Scarlatti’s Sonatas in D Minor, K. 9, and in E Major, K. 20Carl Tausig, Emil Gilels
Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 5 in E-Flat MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels
Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46César Franck, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Andante spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: I. Andante sostenutoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: II. Allegro scherzandoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: III. PrestoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Grandes Etudes de Paganini, S. 141: III. La CampanellaFranz Liszt, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: I. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: II. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: III. Scherzo - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: IV. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: Russian Dance (Arr. Igor Stravinsky)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: The Petrushka's Room (Arr. Igor Stravinsky)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: The Moor's Room (Arr. Theodor Szanto)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: Dance of the Ballerina (Arr. Theodor Szanto)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: The Shrovetide Fair (Arr. Igor Stravinsky)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-Flat Major, Op. 84: I. Andante dolceSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-Flat Major, Op. 84: II. Andante sognandoSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-Flat Major, Op. 84: III. VivaceSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathetique": I. Grave - Allegro di molto e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathetique": II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathetique": III. Rondo - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": III. Presto agitatoLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
4 Impromptus, Op. posth. 142, D. 935: No. 1 in F minorFranz Schubert, Emil Gilels
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19Maurice Ravel, Emil Gilels
Jeux d`eau, M. 30Maurice Ravel, Emil Gilels
Forgotten Melodies, Op. 38: I. Sonata-ReminiscenzaNikolai Medtner, Emil Gilels
3 Nouvelles Etudes, B. 130: No. 2 in A-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 2 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33ter: II. ScherzoSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33ter: I. MarchSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book IJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: I. Capriccio in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: II. Intermezzo in A MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: III. Capriccio in G MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: IV. Intermezzo in E MajorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: V. Intermezzo in E MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
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