Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Franz Schubert with the captivating album "Schubert: Fantasie in F Minor and Other Piano Duets." Released on March 10, 2017, under the esteemed label harmonia mundi, this collection showcases Schubert's mastery of chamber music and classical piano compositions. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, the album is a delightful journey through a variety of genres and moods, from the intricate and expressive Fantasie in F Minor, D. 940 to the lively and rhythmic 4 Ländler and 6 Grandes Marches.
The album opens with the profound and introspective Fantasie in F Minor, a four-movement work that highlights Schubert's ability to convey deep emotion and complexity through his music. Following this, the album transitions into lighter and more playful pieces, such as the Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813, which showcase Schubert's talent for melodic invention and variation. The 6 Polonaises, D. 824, and the Rondo in A Major, D. 951, add further diversity to the collection, demonstrating Schubert's versatility and range as a composer.
Throughout the album, Schubert's unique voice and distinctive style shine through, making this a compelling and rewarding listen for both classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're in the mood for something contemplative or upbeat, this album offers a rich and varied selection of Schubert's finest piano duets.
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Tracks
Fantasie in F Minor, D. 940: I. Allegro molto moderatoFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Fantasie in F Minor, D. 940: Fantasie in F Minor, D. 940: II. LargoFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Fantasie in F Minor, D. 940: III. Allegro vivace - Con delicatezzaFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Fantasie in F Minor, D. 940: IV. Finale (Tempo primo)Franz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
4 Ländler, D. 814Franz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Marche Caractéristique in C Major, D. 886: I. Allegro VivaceFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: I. Theme (Allegretto)Franz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: II. Variation IFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: III. Variation IIFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: IV. Variation III. Un poco piu lentoFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: V. Variation IV. Tempo IFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: VI. Variation VFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: VII. Variation VI (Maestoso)Franz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: VIII. Variation VII. Più lentoFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Variations on an Original Theme in A-Flat Major, D. 813: IX. Variation VIII (Allegro moderato)Franz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
6 Grandes Marches in B Minor, D. 819: III. AllegrettoFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
6 Polonaises, D. 824: I. Polonaise in D MinorFranz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov
Rondo in A Major, D. 951 (Allegretto quasi andantino)Franz Schubert, Andreas Staier, Alexander Melnikov