Step into the intimate world of Vladimir Horowitz with this captivating release, "Vladimir Horowitz Rehearsal at Carnegie Hall, April 14, 1965." Captured on a single April day in 1965, this album offers a rare glimpse into the rehearsal process of one of the most celebrated pianists of the 20th century. The album is a treasure trove of classical piano masterpieces, spanning from Bach's intricate "Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564" to Chopin's evocative mazurkas and études. Horowitz's technical brilliance and interpretive depth shine through in each piece, from the passionate "Fantasie in C Major, Op. 17" to the delicate "Serenade for the Doll" from Debussy's "Children's Corner." Remastered for modern audiences, this collection also includes lesser-known gems like "Exercises in Free Improvisation Part II," showcasing Horowitz's versatility and innovative spirit. With a runtime of over an hour and nineteen minutes, this album is a testament to Horowitz's enduring legacy and his unparalleled contribution to the world of classical piano.
(P) 2019 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: I. Preludio, quasi improvisando. Tempo moderatoJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Horowitz
Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: II. Intermezzo. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Horowitz
Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in C Major, BWV 564: III. Fuga. Moderamente scherzando, un poco umoristicoJohann Sebastian Bach, Vladimir Horowitz
Fantasie in C Major, Op. 17: I. Durchaus phantastisch und leidenschaftlich vorzutragenRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Fantasie in C Major, Op. 17: II. Mässig. Durchaus energischRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Fantasie in C Major, Op. 17: III. Langsam getragen. Durchweg leise zu haltenRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Piano Sonata No. 9 in F Major, Op. 68 "Black Mass" - RemasteredAlexander Scriabin, Vladimir Horowitz
Poème in F-Sharp Major, Op. 32, No. 1 - RemasteredAlexander Scriabin, Vladimir Horowitz
Etude in F Major, Op. 10, No. 8 - RemasteredFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Mazurka in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 30, No. 4 - RemasteredFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Mazurka in B Minor, Op. 33, No. 4 - RemasteredFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Étude in A-Flat Major, Op. 72, No. 11 - RemasteredMoritz Moszkowski, Vladimir Horowitz
Étude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 2, No. 1 - RemasteredAlexander Scriabin, Vladimir Horowitz
Children's Corner, L.113: III. Serenade for the Doll - RemasteredClaude Debussy, Vladimir Horowitz
Exercises in Free Improvisation Part II - RemasteredVladimir Horowitz
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