Immerse yourself in the legendary artistry of Vladimir Horowitz with "Great Moments of Vladimir Horowitz Live at Carnegie Hall." This extraordinary album captures the essence of one of the most celebrated pianists of all time, presenting a meticulously curated selection of his live performances at the iconic Carnegie Hall. Recorded between January and February 1968 and remastered in 2013, this collection spans a diverse repertoire, showcasing Horowitz's unparalleled technical prowess and profound musicality.
From the intricate variations of Beethoven's "32 Variations in C Minor" to the lyrical beauty of Chopin's "Barcarolle in F-Sharp Major," Horowitz's interpretations are nothing short of transcendent. The album also features his masterful renditions of works by Bach, Mozart, Haydn, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff, among others. Each piece is performed with a level of precision and expressiveness that only Horowitz could achieve, making this album a testament to his enduring legacy.
The album's duration of 2 hours and 36 minutes offers a comprehensive journey through Horowitz's virtuosity, culminating in the exhilarating "Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor" and the triumphant "The Stars and Stripes Forever." Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a must-listen, providing a rare opportunity to experience the genius of Vladimir Horowitz in his prime.
(P) 2013 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: I. Preludio, quasi improvvisando. Tempo moderatoJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Horowitz
Keyboard Sonata in G Major, K.55, L. 335 (Recorded February 1, 1968) - 2013 Remastered VersionDomenico Scarlatti, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331 (300i): I. Tema. Andante grazioso e variazioni - 2013 Remastered VersionWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vladimir Horowitz
Sonata No. 23 in F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: I. Allegro - 2013 Remastered VersionJoseph Haydn, Vladimir Horowitz, Audience
Sonata No. 23 in F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: II. Adagio - 2013 Remastered VersionJoseph Haydn, Vladimir Horowitz, Audience
Sonata No. 23 in F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: III. Finale. Presto - 2013 Remastered VersionJoseph Haydn, Vladimir Horowitz, Audience
32 Variations in C Minor, WoO 80 - 2013 Remastered VersionLudwig van Beethoven, Vladimir Horowitz
Barcarolle in F-Sharp Major, Op. 60Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Nocturne No. 15 in F Minor, Op. 55, No. 1Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23 (Recorded January 2, 1968) - 2013 Remastered VersionFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Étude in A Minor, Op. 104b, No. 3 - 2013 Remastered VersionFelix Mendelssohn, Vladimir Horowitz
Dichterliebe, Op. 48: 1. Im wunderschönen Monat MaiRobert Schumann, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Vladimir Horowitz
Dichterliebe, Op. 48: 2. Aus meinen Tränen sprießenRobert Schumann, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Vladimir Horowitz
Blumenstück in D-Flat Major, Op. 19Robert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Au bord d'une source, S. 160/4 (Années de pèlerinage - 1ère année: Suisse)Franz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
Années de pelerinage, Suisse, S. 160: No. 6, Vallée d'Obermann - 2013 Remastered VersionFranz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
Prelude in G, Op. 32 No. 5Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. L'istesso tempo - Allegro moltoSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
L'Isle joyeuse - 2013 Remastered VersionClaude Debussy, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata in C Major, Op. 70, No. 10 - 2013 Remastered VersionAlexander Scriabin, Vladimir Horowitz
Étincelles, Op. 36 No. 6Moritz Moszkowski, Vladimir Horowitz
Variations on a Theme from Bizet's Carmen (Recorded January 2, 1968) - 2013 Remastered VersionVladimir Horowitz
Toccata in D Minor, Op.11Sergei Prokofiev, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro con fuoco - 2013 Remastered VersionPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, George Szell, Vladimir Horowitz, New York Philharmonic
Pictures at an Exhibition: The Great Gate of Kiev - 2013 Remastered VersionModest Mussorgsky, Vladimir Horowitz
Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor - 2013 Remastered VersionFranz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
The Stars and Stripes ForeverJohn Philip Sousa, Vladimir Horowitz
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