Dive into the world of Robert Schumann with "Schumann: The Great Piano Works, Vol. 1," a captivating collection of his most celebrated piano compositions. Released on November 6, 2020, under the Brilliant Classics label, this album spans a rich tapestry of classical piano music, encompassing sonatas, character pieces, and etudes that showcase Schumann's profound musical genius.
The album opens with Schumann's Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11, a work that immediately draws the audience in with its dramatic and expressive depth. The sonata is followed by the equally compelling Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22, which further highlights Schumann's mastery of form and emotion.
A significant portion of the album is dedicated to "Carnaval, Op. 9," a suite of character pieces that Schumann composed in 1834-1835. Each movement in "Carnaval" is a vivid portrayal of different characters and moods, offering a glimpse into Schumann's imaginative and introspective world. From the playful "Pierrot" to the passionate "Florestan," and the elegant "Valse noble," this suite is a journey through a masquerade of emotions and personalities.
The album also includes the "ABEGG Variations, Op. 1," a set of variations based on a theme by the pianist and composer Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann. These variations demonstrate Schumann's skill in developing a theme through a series of inventive and contrasting variations.
Finally, the "Symphonische Etüden, Op. 13," provides a technical and expressive challenge, with each etude exploring different aspects of piano technique and musical expression. The etudes are interspersed with variations, adding an extra layer of complexity and interest.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 2 minutes, "Schumann: The Great Piano Works, Vol. 1" is a comprehensive exploration of Schumann's piano repertoire. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Schumann's works, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11: I. Introduzione. Un poco adagio - Allegro vivaceRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11: II. AriaRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11: III. Scherzo e Intermezzo. AllegrissimoRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 11: IV. Finale. Allegro un poco maestosoRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: I. So rasch wie möglich schneller- noch schnellerRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: II. Andantino. GetragenRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: III. Scherzo. Sehr rasch und markiertRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: IV. Rondo. PrestoRobert Schumann, Klára Würtz
Carnaval, Op. 9: I. Préambule. Quasi maestosoRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: II. Pierrot. ModeratoRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: III. Arlequin. VivoRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: IV. Valse noble. Un poco maestosoRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: V. Eusebius. AdagioRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: VI. Florestan. PassionatoRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: VII. Coquette. VivoRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: VIII. Réplique. L'istesso tempoRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
Carnaval, Op. 9: IX. SphinxesRobert Schumann, Wolfram Schmitt-Leonardy
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