Immerse yourself in the intricate world of Adolf von Henselt's piano etudes with this captivating album, "Henselt: Etudes, Op. 2 & 5." Released on January 1, 2005, under the Hyperion label, this collection showcases Henselt's mastery of the romantic piano repertoire, offering a blend of technical virtuosity and poetic expression.
The album features two sets of etudes: the 12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2, and the 12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5. Each piece is a character study, exploring a range of emotions and themes, from the stormy intensity of "Orage, tu ne saurais m'abattre" to the tender serenity of "Dors tu, ma vie." Henselt's compositions are notable for their lyrical melodies and harmonically rich textures, providing a feast for the ears.
The album also includes the Poème d'amour "Andante et étude concertante in B Major," Op. 3, a beautiful addition that highlights Henselt's romantic sensibilities. The performances are brought to life with precision and passion, capturing the essence of each etude.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, this album is a substantial exploration of Henselt's musical genius. Whether you're a seasoned pianist or a classical music enthusiast, this collection offers a rewarding listening experience, showcasing the depth and breadth of Henselt's contributions to the piano repertoire.
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 1 in D Minor. Orage, tu ne saurais m'abattre. Allegro molto agitatoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 2 in D-Flat Major. Pensez un peu à moi, qui pense toujours à vous. Allegro moderatoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 3 in B Minor. Exauce mes vœux. Tempo giustoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 4 in B-Flat Major. Repos d'amour. Allegretto sostenutoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor. Vie orageuse. Tempo giustoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 6 in F-Sharp Major. Si oiseau j'étais, à toi je volerais. AllegroAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 7 in D Major. C'est la jeunesse qui a des ailes dorées. Presto animosoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 8 in E-Flat Minor. Tu m'attires, m'entraînes, m'engloutis. Allegro agitato ed appassionatoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 9 in F Major. Jeunesse d'amour, plaisir céleste. AllegroAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 10 in E Minor. Comme le ruisseau dans la mer. ModeratoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 11 in E-Flat Major. Dors tu, ma vie. Allegretto sostenuto ed amorosoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes caractéristiques de concert, Op. 2: No. 12 in B-Flat Minor. Plein de soupirs, de souvenirs. Moderato ma con moto, con afflizioneAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
Poème d'amour "Andante et étude concertante in B Major", Op. 3Adolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 1: No. 1 in C Minor. Eroica. Moderato – Presto agitato ed appassionatoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 1: No. 2 in G Major. Allegro brillanteAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 1: No. 3 in A Minor. Hexentanz. Allegro con brio e feroceAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 1: No. 4 in E Major. Ave Maria. AndanteAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 1: No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor. Verlorene Heimat. Con moto appassionato e dolorosaAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 1: No. 6 in A-Flat Major. Danklied nach Sturm. Lento sostenutoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 2: No. 7 in C Major. Elfenreigen. Molto vivaceAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 2: No. 8 in G Minor. Romanze mit Chor-Refrain. Andante ariosoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 2: No. 9 in A Major. Allegro con leggerezzaAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 2: No. 10 in F Minor. Entschwundenes Glück. Allegro non troppo, con passione dolorosaAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 2: No. 11 in B Major. Liebeslied. Allegretto sostenuto ed amorosoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
12 Etudes de salon, Op. 5, Suite 2: No. 12 in G-Sharp Minor. Nächtlicher Geisterzug. Allegro tempestosoAdolf von Henselt, Piers Lane
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