vladimir horowitz live at carnegie hall - recital january 17, 1949: bach, clementi, schumann, chopin, prokofiev, rachmaninoff, debussy, scriabin, liszt, scarlatti, moszkowski & horowitz - vladimir horowitz
Vladimir Horowitz live at Carnegie Hall - Recital January 17, 1949: Bach, Clementi, Schumann, Chopin, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, Scriabin, Liszt, Scarlatti, Moszkowski & Horowitz
Experience the timeless brilliance of Vladimir Horowitz in this captivating live recording from his legendary recital at Carnegie Hall on January 17, 1949. This album, released by RCA Red Seal in 2013, is a testament to Horowitz's unparalleled virtuosity and musical depth, spanning a diverse repertoire of classical piano masterpieces.
The album opens with Bach's Toccata in C Minor, showcasing Horowitz's technical precision and interpretive insight. It continues with works by Clementi, Schumann, Chopin, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, Scriabin, Liszt, Scarlatti, Moszkowski, and even includes a composition by Horowitz himself. Each piece is performed with a unique blend of power, sensitivity, and artistry that only Horowitz could deliver.
The duration of the album is 1 hour and 34 minutes, offering a substantial journey through some of the most beloved and challenging works in the classical piano repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album provides an unforgettable listening experience that highlights the extraordinary talent of one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century.
This compilation (P) 2013 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Toccata in C Minor, BWV 911: I. ToccataJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Horowitz
Toccata in C Minor, BWV 911: II. FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata in A Major Op. 33, No. 1: I. AllegroMuzio Clementi, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata in A Major Op. 33, No. 1: II. PrestoMuzio Clementi, Vladimir Horowitz
Arabesque in C Major, Op.18Robert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Funeral March": I. Grave - Doppio movimentoFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Funeral March": II. ScherzoFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Funeral March": III. Marche funèbreFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Funeral March": IV. PrestoFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Cinderella, Op. 95: No. 1: IntermezzoSergei Prokofiev, Vladimir Horowitz
Cinderella, Op. 95: No. 3: Valse lenteSergei Prokofiev, Vladimir Horowitz
Etude-Tableau in E-Flat Minor, Op. 39, No. 5Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
Etude-Tableau in D Major, Op. 39, No. 9Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
Etudes, Book I: No. 4: Pour les sixtesClaude Debussy, Vladimir Horowitz
Etudes, Book I: No. 1: Pour les cinq doigtsClaude Debussy, Vladimir Horowitz
Etude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 2, No.1Alexander Scriabin, Vladimir Horowitz
Hungarian Rhapsody No.15 "Rakóczy March"Franz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
Sonata in E Major, K. 380Domenico Scarlatti, Vladimir Horowitz
15 Études de virtuosité, Op. 72, No. 11: Etude in A-Flat MajorMoritz Moszkowski, Vladimir Horowitz
Grande Valse brillante in A Minor, Op. 34, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz