Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano music with Edwin Fischer's "Tandeln Und Scherzen. Bach, Mozart & Golden Age Piano Music." This meticulously curated collection, set for release on August 13, 2024, under the Novus Promusica label, offers a rich tapestry of compositions that span the golden age of classical music. With a duration of over four hours, this album is a comprehensive journey through the works of Bach, Mozart, and other luminaries, performed with unparalleled skill and sensitivity by the renowned pianist Edwin Fischer.
The album features a diverse array of pieces, from Bach's intricate and profound compositions like the "Well-Tempered Clavier" and "Partita No. 1" to Mozart's enchanting symphonies and operas. Fischer's interpretations are brought to life through a blend of original works and masterful arrangements, showcasing his technical virtuosity and deep musical insight. Highlights include the delicate beauty of Mozart's "Adagio in B Minor," the dramatic intensity of Liszt's "Danse Macabre," and the lyrical grace of Saint-Saëns' "Le Rouet D'Omphale."
Edwin Fischer, celebrated for his nuanced and expressive playing, delivers performances that are both technically impeccable and emotionally resonant. His ability to convey the essence of each composition, whether it be the contemplative serenity of a Bach prelude or the exuberant energy of a Mozart overture, makes this album a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts.
"Tandeln Und Scherzen. Bach, Mozart & Golden Age Piano Music" is not just a collection of pieces but a testament to the enduring power of classical music. Fischer's artistry breathes new life into these timeless works, offering a fresh perspective while staying true to their original spirit. Whether you are a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a deeply rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude No. 5 in D Major BWV 850 - Duo-Art 5650Johann Sebastian Bach, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Partita No. 1, BWV 825: No. 7, Gigue in B-Flat Major - Duo-Art 0216 BrJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Samuel, Peter Phillips
French Suite No. 6: Part 1: Allemande, Courante - Duo-Art 7080Johann Sebastian Bach, Harold Samuel, Peter Phillips
Two Part Inventions: No. 8, BWV 779 - Duo-Art 6392Johann Sebastian Bach, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857 - Welte-Mignon 2965Johann Sebastian Bach, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850 - Welte-Mignon 1836Johann Sebastian Bach, Edwin Fischer, Peter Phillips
Prelude in E Minor, BWV 555 (Arr. Siloti) - Upon Aeolian RollJohann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Siloti, Manuel del Corral
Jesus Bleibet Meine Freude, BWV 147 (Arr. Solo Piano by Bauer) - Upon Aeolian RollJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Bauer, Manuel del Corral
Nun Freut Euch, Lieben Christen G'mein Bv B 27 No. 4 (After BWV 734, Arr. Solo Piano by Busoni) - Upon Aeolian RollJohann Sebastian Bach, Ferruccio Busoni, Manuel del Corral
St. Matthew Passion BWV 244 (Piano Arr. By S. Bagge), Pt 1: 28. Recitativ 'Der Heiland Fällt Vorseinem Vater Nieder'Johann Sebastian Bach, Irene Cantos
Organ Prelude in B Minor, BWV 855a (Arr. Theodor Szántó & Alexander Siloti) - Duo-Art 6985Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Siloti, Peter Phillips
Symphony No. 41, K.551, 'Jupyter' (Arr. Solo Piano by Ganz): I. Allegro Vivace - Duo-Art 5420Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rudolph Ganz, Peter Phillips
Don Giovanni: Overture (Arr. Solo Piano by Liszt) - Welte-Mignon_3143Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Ritter, Peter Phillips
Adagio in B Minor, K.540 - Upon Aeolian RollWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fritz von Bose, Manuel del Corral
Andante and Five Variations in G Major for Piano, Four Hands, K. 501 (Tema Con Variazioni) - Upon Aeolian RollWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frieda Kwast-Hodapp, Manuel del Corral, James Kwast
Die Zauberflote: Overture (Arr. 4 Hands Piano by Ganz) - Upon Aeolian RollWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rudolph Ganz, Manuel del Corral, Ernest Hutcheson
Valse Mignonne, Op. 104 in E-Flat Major - Duo-Art 5673Camille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips
Danse Macabre, Op. 40 (Arr. Solo Piano by Franz Liszt) - Upon Piano Roll Duo-Art 0970 Br, Issued 1931Camille Saint-Saëns, Vladimir Horowitz
Le Rouet D'omphale, Op. 31 (Arr. Solo Piano by Saint-Säens) - Upon Aeolian RollCamille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips
Suite Algerienne, Op. 60,: No. 3, Reverie Du Soir (Reverie a Blida, Arr. Solo Piano by Saint-Säens)Camille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips
Valse Sentimentale. Op. 51, No. 6 - Welte-Mignon 1679Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Vera Margolies, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata, Op. 37: II. Andante Non Troppo Quasi Moderato, in G Major - Welte-Mignon 557Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Josef von Slivinski, Peter Phillips
Eugene Onegin (Arr. Solo Piano by Douloff): Fantasia and Selections - Welte-Mignon 2016Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, M. Douloff, Peter Phillips
Cavalleria Rusticana (Arr. Solo Piano by Gayraud): Fantasia (Part I) - Welte-Mignon 2813Pietro Mascagni, Peter Phillips, P. Gayraud
Cavalleria Rusticana (Arr. Solo Piano by Gayraud): Fantasia II - Welte-Mignon 2814Pietro Mascagni, Peter Phillips, P. Gayraud
Variations on the Name 'Abegg', Op. 1 - Welte-Mignon 525Robert Schumann, Peter Phillips, Egon Petri
Barcarolle No. 1, Op. 30, in F Minor - Welte-Mignon 986Anton Rubinstein, Peter Phillips, Myrtle Elvyn
Boris Godunov (Arr. For Piano by Rachmaninoff): Selections of Themes from Boris Godunov - Duo-Art 69720Modest Mussorgsky, Peter Phillips, Robert Armbruster
Carmen (Arr. Solo Piano by Armbruster): Act 3 Selections (Part I) - Duo-Art 72659Georges Bizet, Peter Phillips, Robert Armbruster
Carmen (Arr. Solo Piano by Armbruster): Act 3 Selections (Part II) - Duo-Art 72659Georges Bizet, Peter Phillips, Robert Armbruster
Carmen (Arr. Solo Piano by Armbruster): Act 3 Selections (Part III) - Duo-Art 72659Georges Bizet, Peter Phillips, Robert Armbruster
Gavotte and Variations (Arr. By Leschetizky) - Duo-Art 6217Jean-Philippe Rameau, Peter Phillips, Ethel Leginska
Pastorale in E Minor (Arr. By Tausig) - Welte-Mignon 1459Domenico Scarlatti, Peter Phillips, Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler
Suite for Harpsichord No. 5: Air with Variations ('Harmonious Blacksmith') - Duo-Art 6020George Frideric Handel, Peter Phillips, Teresa Carreño
Invitation to the Dance - Duo-Art D061Carl Maria von Weber, Tina Lerner, Peter Phillips
Alpine Storm, Op. 105Charles Kunkel, Peter Phillips, Genevieve Pitot
Goyescas: El Fandango De Candil - Duo-Art 5982Enrique Granados, Ernest Schelling, Peter Phillips
Fantasia Triumphal on a Brazilian National Hymn - Duo-Art 6442Louis Moreau Gottschalk, Peter Phillips, Guiomar Novaes
Espanita Waltzes - Duo-Art 71458George Rosey, Peter Phillips, Genevieve Pitot
Le Prophète: Kronungsmarsch (Coronation March, Arr. Solo Piano by László) - Welte-Mignon 3323Giacomo Meyerbeer, Peter Phillips, Sándor László
Paganini Etude No. 2 (Andante Capriccioso) in E-Flat Major - Welte-Mignon 186Franz Liszt, Peter Phillips, Arthur Friedheim
8 Variations on Sussmayr's Trio "Tandeln Und Scherzen" in F Major, WoO 76 - Duo-Art 6957Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Ethel Leginska
Symphony No. 8 (Unfinished) in B Minor: II. Andante Con Moto (Arr. Solo Piano by Laszlo) - Welte-Mignon 3316Franz Schubert, Peter Phillips, Sándor László
Concerto for Piano and Wind Instruments: Allegro from Mov. I (Arr. Solo Piano by Stravinsky) - Duo-Art 528-4Igor Stravinsky, Peter Phillips