Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Frédéric Chopin's piano mastery with "The Show Must Go On with Frédéric Chopin," released on June 9, 2015, under the Unchained Melody label. This extensive collection spans over four hours and forty-three minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Chopin's most celebrated works.
The album is a treasure trove of Chopin's compositions, featuring iconic pieces such as the dramatic "Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op. 11" and the ethereal "Nocturnes, Op. 27: No. 1 in C-Sharp Minor." Fans of Chopin's technical brilliance will appreciate the intricate "Etudes, Op. 10" and "Etudes, Op. 25," while those who favor his lyrical side will be captivated by the "Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23" and the "Preludes, Op. 28."
The album also showcases Chopin's virtuosic waltzes, including the "Grande valse brillante in E-Flat Major, Op. 18," and his poignant mazurkas, such as the "Mazurkas, Op. 33: No. 2 in D Major." For a taste of Chopin's orchestral arrangements, the album includes Igor Stravinsky's orchestration of the "Grande valse brillante in E-Flat Major, Op. 18."
Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of classical piano or a newcomer to Chopin's music, this album provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depth and breadth of his genius. "The Show Must Go On with Frédéric Chopin" is not just a compilation of pieces but a testament to Chopin's enduring influence on the world of classical music.
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Tracks
Andante spianato in G Major / Grande polonaise brilliante in E-Flat Major, Op. 22Frédéric Chopin, Arthur Rubinstein
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23Frédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 3 in E MajorFrédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Etudes Op. 25: No. 1 in A-Flat Major "Aeolian Harp"Frédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Etudes Op. 25: No. 2 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Etudes Op. 25: No. 3 in F MajorFrédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Etudes Op. 25: No. 4 in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Etudes Op. 25: No. 5 in E MinorFrédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Etudes Op. 25: No. 6 in G MinorFrédéric Chopin, Géza Anda
Grande valse brilliante in E-Flat Major, Op. 18 - Arr. for Orchestra by Igor StravinskyFrédéric Chopin, Byron Janis, Leopold Stokowski Symphonie Orchestra
Préludes, Op. 28: No. 7 in A Major / Waltzes, Op. 70: No. 1 in G-Flat Major / Mazurkas, Op. Posth.: No. 3 in C Major - Arr. for OrchestraFrédéric Chopin, Byron Janis, Leopold Stokowski Symphonie Orchestra
Mazurkas, Op. Posth: No. 4 in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Byron Janis
Mazurkas, Op. 33: No. 2 in D MajorFrédéric Chopin, Byron Janis