Horowitz plays Chopin vol.3

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Vladimir Horowitz's Chopin mazurkas stand out for their tonal opulence and intriguing neuroticism. His coiled ferocity in the live 1953 First Scherzo contrasts with the ruminative F Major and C Sharp Minor Nocturnes and intense but relaxed Scherzo #2. A live 1951 Polonaise-fantaisie lacks the flexibility and introspection of the 1966 CBS recording, but Horowitz's 1952 Fourth Ballade best exemplifies what Schumann meant when he described Chopin's music as "cannons buried in flowers." One caveat: the pitch sags near the end of Ballade, due to a faulty tape splice. --Dan Davis

Tracks:

Scherzo No. 1, Op. 20
Mazurka, Op. 59, No. 3
Mazurka, Op. 41, No. 1
Mazurka, Op. 50, No. 3
Nocturne, Op. 9, No. 3
Nocturne, Op. 15, No. 1
Ballade No. 4, Op. 52
Mazurka, Op. 63, No. 2
Mazurka, Op. 63, No. 3
Waltz, Op. 34, No. 2
Nocturne, Op. 72, No. 1
Mazurka, Op. 7, No. 3
Polonaise-Fantaisie, Op. 61
Scherzo No. 2, Op. 31

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Vladimir Horowitz's Chopin mazurkas stand out for their tonal opulence and intriguing neuroticism. His coiled ferocity in the live 1953 First Scherzo contrasts with the ruminative F Major and C Sharp Minor Nocturnes and intense but relaxed Scherzo #2. A live 1951 Polonaise-fantaisie lacks the flexibility and introspection of the 1966 CBS recording, but Horowitz's 1952 Fourth Ballade best exemplifies what Schumann meant when he described Chopin's music as "cannons buried in flowers." One caveat: the pitch sags near the end of Ballade, due to a faulty tape splice. --Dan Davis

Customer Reviews:

Nocturnes of Love.......2006-08-28

The Nocturnes always move me, but Horowitz is by far the master of the piano - he brings Chopin to life in a way not heard before or since in this century. Horowitz and Chopin together - it doesn't get ANY better!

Interpretation of genius.......2005-08-19

The pieces from third collection of Chopin works were recorded between 1945 and 1957. At that time Master was evidently in the top form. He performs Chopin with his individual, inimitable style, which makes listening to this music breathtaking experience.

In my humble opinion Horowitz's electrifying pianism shines best in the Mazurkas. There are six Mazurkas and I would like to hightlight Op.63, No.2. - really captivating achievent and definitive version.

The sound quality varies, but in general is acceptable (solid mono ADD recordings). If you like Chopin, you should buy this album. And if you like Horowitz, you don't need my review...

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The moment of the genuine pleasure

Horowitz Plays Chopin, Vol. 2

Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Mazurkas | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

Ballads | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Etudes | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Scherzo | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

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ASIN: B000003EZL
Release Date: 1991-04-05

Tracks:

Sonata No. 2, Op. 35: Grave; Doppio movimento
Sonata No. 2, Op. 35: Scherzo
Sonata No. 2, Op. 35: Marche funebre
Sonata No. 2, Op. 35: Presto
Nocturne, Op. 9 , No. 2
Nocturne, Op. 55, No. 1
Impromptu No. 1 Op. 29: Impromptu No. 1, Op. 29
Etude Op. 10, No 3: Etude, Op. 10, No. 3
Etude Op. 10, No 4: Etude, Op. 10, No. 4
Ballade No. 1, Op. 23
Mazurka Op. 30, No.4: Mazurka, Op. 30, No. 4
Scherzo No. 1, Op. 20

Customer Reviews:

The moment of the genuine pleasure.......2000-09-13

When I heard this version of "Funeral" at the classic branch of a music store, a stuff of its jazz section rushed here to ask what title this album has. I had already decided to buy it, surprising at its sound effects. It was the real story twenty years ago. This amazement would be re-presented even now.

It is the young Horowitz that played this Funeral. He did never try to evoke the kind emotion, but simply to show the effect that the music has. It is the moment of the genuine pleasure to bring us the concentration of the consciousness on this sound and lead to the catharsis at last.

This splendid masterpiece is lack of the repetition of the trio, according to his intention. It seems to him too quiet and kind to play twice.

Once you hear this sound, you will never forget it all your life.

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