Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano music with Wanda Landowska's "The Condon Collection, Vol. 12: Original Piano Roll Recordings." This album, released on October 6, 2017, under the Condon Collection Digital label, offers a captivating journey through some of the most beloved piano sonatas and compositions from the classical repertoire.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, this collection features Wanda Landowska's masterful interpretations of works by Mozart, Beethoven, Bach, Debussy, and Brahms. From the intricate variations of Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 18 in D Major, K. 576 to the lyrical beauty of Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26, each piece is performed with a level of artistry and technical brilliance that showcases Landowska's unparalleled skill as a pianist.
The album also includes lesser-known gems such as Mozart's Andante Favori in F Major, WoO 57, and Debussy's evocative "La Cathedrale engloutie" from his Preludes, Premier Livre, L. 117. These selections add a touch of diversity and depth to the collection, highlighting Landowska's versatility and her ability to bring out the unique character of each composition.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Wanda Landowska's original piano roll recordings provide a unique and authentic glimpse into the interpretive style of one of the most celebrated pianists of the 20th century.
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Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 18 in D Major, K. 576: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 18 in D Major, K. 576: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 18 in D Major, K. 576: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Andante Favori in F Major, WoO 57Ludwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26: I. Andante con VariazioniLudwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26: II. Scherzo - Allegro MoltoLudwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26: III. MarciaLudwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A Flat Major, Op. 26: IV. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Keyboard Sonata in G Major, K. 14Domenico Scarlatti, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Toccata in G Major, BWV 916Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Choral Prelude for "Whitsuntide"Johann Sebastian Bach, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79: I. Presto alla TedescaLudwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79: II. AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79: III. VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Wanda Landowska, Dame Myrra Hess