Daniil Trifonov, the young Russian piano virtuoso, captivates audiences once again with his 2013 live recital album, "The Carnegie Recital." Recorded at the prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York City, this album showcases Trifonov's extraordinary technical prowess and profound musicality, offering a thrilling journey through a diverse repertoire of classical piano masterpieces.
The album opens with Chopin's Piano Sonata in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 19 No. 2 "Sonata Fantasy," followed by his monumental Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178. Trifonov's interpretations are both powerful and nuanced, revealing the depth and complexity of these iconic works. The heart of the album lies in Chopin's 24 Préludes, Op. 28, where Trifonov's artistry shines through each miniature masterpiece, from the stormy agitation of No. 8 to the serene beauty of No. 15 "Raindrop."
Trifonov's program also includes a delightful arrangement of Bach's Violin Partita No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1006, transcribed for piano by Rachmaninov, demonstrating his versatility and mastery of different musical styles. The album concludes with a sparkling performance of Chopin's 4 Fairy Tales, Op. 26, showcasing Trifonov's dazzling virtuosity and playful charm.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 21 minutes, "The Carnegie Recital" offers a captivating and intimate glimpse into Daniil Trifonov's extraordinary talent, making it a memorable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Piano Sonata in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 19 No. 2 "Sonata Fantasy": I. Andante - LiveAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Sonata in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 19 No. 2 "Sonata Fantasy": II. Presto - LiveAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178: Lento assai - Allegro energico - LiveFranz Liszt, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178: Andante sostenuto - LiveFranz Liszt, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178: Allegro energico - Andante sostenuto - Lento assai - LiveFranz Liszt, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 1 Agitato in C Major, C. 166 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 2 Lento in A Minor, C. 167 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 3 Vivace in G Major, C. 168 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 4 Largo in E Minor, C. 169 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 5 Molto allegro in D Major, C. 170 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 6 Lento assai in B Minor, C. 171 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 7 Andantino in A Major, C. 172 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 8 Molto agitato in F-Sharp Minor, C. 173 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 9 Largo in E Major, C. 174 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 10. Molto allegro in C-Sharp Minor, C. 175 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 11 Vivace in B Major, C. 176 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 12 Presto in G-Sharp Minor, C. 177 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 13 Lento in F-Sharp Major, C. 178 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 14 Allegro in E-Flat Minor, C. 179 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 15 Sostenuto in D-Flat Major, C. 180 "Raindrop" - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 16 Presto con fuoco in B-Flat Minor, C. 181 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 17 Allegretto in A-Flat Major, C. 182 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 18 Molto allegro in F Minor, C. 183 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 19 Vivace in E-Flat Major, C. 184 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 20. Largo in C Minor, C. 185 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 21 Cantabile in B-Flat Major, C. 186 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 22 Molto agitato in G Minor, C. 187 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 23 Moderato in F Major, C. 188 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
24 Préludes, Op. 28, C. 166-189: No. 24 Allegro appassionato in D Minor, C. 189 - LiveFrédéric Chopin, Daniil Trifonov
4 Fairy Tales, Op. 26: No. 2 in E-Flat Major - Molto Vivace - LiveNikolai Medtner, Daniil Trifonov
Violin Partita No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1006: III. Gavotte (Arr. Rachmaninov for Piano) - Live From Carnegie Hall, New York City / 2013Johann Sebastian Bach, Daniil Trifonov