Immerse yourself in the exquisite artistry of Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli with this captivating classical piano album, released on June 1, 1995, under the Nar Classical label. Spanning a little over an hour, this collection showcases Michelangeli's unparalleled mastery of the piano, featuring a diverse range of compositions from some of the most celebrated composers in classical music history.
The album opens with Franz Liszt's Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, a monumental work that demonstrates Michelangeli's technical prowess and expressive depth. The program continues with enchanting pieces by Enrique Granados, Edvard Grieg, Frédéric Chopin, Isaac Albéniz, Domenico Scarlatti, and Johann Sebastian Bach. Each composition is rendered with Michelangeli's signature precision and emotional resonance, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and periods.
Highlights include the evocative "Andaluza" from Granados' 12 Danzas españolas, the introspective "Melankoli" from Grieg's Lyric Pieces, and the lively "Rumores de la Caleta - Malagueña" from Albéniz's Recuerdos de Viaje. The album also features a selection of Chopin's Mazurkas, showcasing Michelangeli's ability to convey the subtle nuances of these intricate miniatures.
The program concludes with Bach's "Italienisches Konzert," a work that exemplifies Michelangeli's ability to bring clarity and elegance to Baroque music. Throughout the album, Michelangeli's playing is characterized by a remarkable blend of virtuosity, sensitivity, and musical insight, making this a truly memorable listening experience.
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124, IFL 295: I. Allegro maestosoFranz Liszt, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124, IFL 295: II. Quasi Adagio. Allegretto vivace. Allegro animatoFranz Liszt, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124, IFL 295: IV. Allegro marziale animatoFranz Liszt, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
12 Danzas españolas, IEG 6: V. Andaluza in E MinorFranz Liszt, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Lyric Pieces, Op. 47, IEG 50: V. Melankoli. Largo in G MinorFranz Liszt, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Lyric Pieces, Op. 68, IEG 54: V. Bådnlåt. Allegretto tranquillamente in E MajorEdvard Grieg, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Mazurkas, Op. 33, IFC 52: IV. Mesto IN B MinorEdvard Grieg, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
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