Stephen Kovacevich, the renowned pianist, invites you into a world of classical mastery with his upcoming album, "Stephen Kovacevich & Friends - A Joyful Week in Music," set to release on May 5, 2025, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection of works by Chopin, Mozart, Beethoven, and others is a testament to Kovacevich's virtuosity and his ability to breathe new life into timeless compositions.
The album spans a generous 1 hour and 43 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of pieces that showcase Kovacevich's technical prowess and deep emotional resonance. From the delicate intricacies of Chopin's waltzes to the profound depth of Beethoven's sonatas, each track is a journey through the heights of classical piano repertoire.
Highlights include the enchanting "Minute" Waltz by Chopin, the lively variations of Mozart's 5 Variations in G Major for Piano 4-Hands, and the intricate beauty of Beethoven's 6 Bagatelles, Op. 126. The album also features a captivating performance of Mozart's Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299, showcasing Kovacevich's versatility and collaborative spirit.
Kovacevich's interpretation of Ravel's "Valses nobles et sentimentales" is a standout, offering a nuanced exploration of the composer's intricate and evocative waltzes. The album concludes with a moving rendition of Schubert's Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960, a piece that encapsulates the essence of Kovacevich's artistry.
"Stephen Kovacevich & Friends - A Joyful Week in Music" is not just an album; it's an experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises to captivate and inspire, offering a glimpse into the soul of one of the world's most celebrated pianists.
Chopin: Waltz No. 6 in D-Flat Major, Op. 64 No. 1 "Minute"Frédéric Chopin, Stephen Kovacevich
Mozart: 5 Variations in G Major for Piano 4-Hands, K. 501: Thema. Andante (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Martha Argerich, Stephen Kovacevich
Mozart: 5 Variations in G Major for Piano 4-Hands, K. 501: Variation I (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Martha Argerich, Stephen Kovacevich
Mozart: 5 Variations in G Major for Piano 4-Hands, K. 501: Variation II (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Martha Argerich, Stephen Kovacevich
Mozart: 5 Variations in G Major for Piano 4-Hands, K. 501: Variation III (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Martha Argerich, Stephen Kovacevich
Mozart: 5 Variations in G Major for Piano 4-Hands, K. 501: Variation IV (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Martha Argerich, Stephen Kovacevich
Mozart: 5 Variations in G Major for Piano 4-Hands, K. 501: Variation V (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Martha Argerich, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: 6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 1 in G Major, Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: 6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 2 in G Major, AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: 6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 3 in E-Flat Major, AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: 6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 4 in B Major, PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: 6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 5 in G Major, Quasi allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: 6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 6 in E-Flat Major, PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 1Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 2Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 3Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 4Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 5Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 6Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 7Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 8Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 9Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Mozart: Concerto for Flute and Harp in C Major, K. 299: III. Rondeau. Allegro, Pt. 10Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emmanuel Pahud, Marie-Pierre Langlamet, Berliner Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: III. Menuetto. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: IV. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Chopin: Waltz No. 9 in A-Flat Major, Op. Posth. 69 No. 1 "Farewell"Frédéric Chopin, Stephen Kovacevich
Chopin: Waltz No. 4 in F Major, Op. 34 No. 3Frédéric Chopin, Stephen Kovacevich
Chopin: Waltz No. 7 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 64 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Stephen Kovacevich
Von Paradis / Arr. Dushkin: SicilienneMaria Theresia von Paradis, Jacqueline du Pré, Gerald Moore
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 1, Modéré, très francMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 2, Assez lent, avec une expression intenseMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 3, ModéréMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 4, Assez animéMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 5, Presque lent, dans un sentiment intimeMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 6, VifMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 7, Moins vifMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Ravel: Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 8, Épilogue. LentMaurice Ravel, Stephen Kovacevich
Bach, JS: The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, Prelude and Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850: Prelude (Transcr. Neumann for Violin and Cello)Johann Sebastian Bach, Gautier Capuçon, Renaud Capuçon
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: I. Vivace ma non troppo - Adagio espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: II. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. (a) Gesangvoll, mit innigster Empfindung. Andante molto cantabile ed espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. (b) Variation I. Molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. (c) Variation II. LeggiermenteLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. (d) Variation III. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. (e) Variation IV. Etwas langsamer als das ThemaLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. (f) Variation V. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: III. (g) Variation VI. Tempo I del tema. CantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Stephen Kovacevich
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 21 in B-Flat Major, D. 960: III. Scherzo. Allegro vivace con delicatezza - TrioFranz Schubert, Stephen Kovacevich
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