Impromptus Op 90 / Piano Sonata 11

On this CD:

1. Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major ("Alla Turca") K. 331 (K. 300i)
Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
with Edwin Fischer

2. Movement for violin & piano (or piano solo) in C minor (fragment), K. 396 (K. 385f)
Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
with Edwin Fischer

3. Minuet for piano in G major, K. 1 (K. 1e)
Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
with Edwin Fischer

4. Impromptu for piano in C minor, D. 899/1 (Op. 90/1) No 01 in C minor
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

5. Impromptu for piano in E flat major, D. 899/2 (Op. 90/2) No 02 in E flat
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

6. Impromptu for piano in G flat major, D. 899/3 (Op. 90/3) No 03 in G flat
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

7. Impromptus (4) for piano, D. 899 (Op. 90) No 04 in F minor
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

8. Impromptus (4) for piano, D. 935 (Op. posth. 142) No 01 in F minor
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

9. Impromptus (4) for piano, D. 935 (Op. posth. 142) No 02 in A flat
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

10. Impromptus (4) for piano, D. 935 (Op. posth. 142) No 03 in B flat
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

11. Impromptus (4) for piano, D. 935 (Op. posth. 142) No 04 in F minor
Composed by Franz Schubert
with Edwin Fischer

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ASIN: B00012QLSW
Release Date: 2003-12-09

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 1 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  2. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 1 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  3. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 1 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  4. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 4 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  5. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 4 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  6. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 4 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  7. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 5 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  8. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 5 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  9. Concerto for Piano, Strings and Continuo No. 5 in a Minor BWV ... - Dora Milanova, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  10. Concerto for Two Pianos, Strings and Continuo in C Major BWV 1061: ... - Julia Ganev, Konstantin Ganev, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  11. Concerto for Two Pianos, Strings and Continuo in C Major BWV 1061: ... - Julia Ganev, Konstantin Ganev, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  12. Concerto for Two Pianos, Strings and Continuo in C Major BWV 1061: ... - Julia Ganev, Konstantin Ganev, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K.467 Elvira Madigan: Allegro - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  2. Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K.467 Elvira Madigan: Andante - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  3. Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K.467 Elvira Madigan: Andante ... - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  4. Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, K.453: Allegro - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  5. Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, K.453: Andante - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble
  6. Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, K.453: Allegretto - Vilmos Fischer, Vienna Mozart Ensemble

Tracks:

  1. Piano Sonata in a Major K.331: Andante Grazioso: Thema/Variation 1 - Margarete Babinsky
  2. Piano Sonata in a Major K.331: Menuetto - Margarete Babinsky
  3. Piano Sonata in a Major K.331: Alla Turca (Allegretto) - Margarete Babinsky
  4. Piano Sonata in F Major K.332: Allegro - Margarete Babinsky
  5. Piano Sonata in F Major K.332: Adagio - Margarete Babinsky
  6. Piano Sonata in F Major K.332: Allegro Assai - Margarete Babinsky
  7. Piano Sonata in C Major K.330: Allegro Moderato - Margarete Babinsky
  8. Piano Sonata in C Major K.330: Andante Cantabile - Margarete Babinsky
  9. Piano Sonata in C Major K.330: Allegretto - Margarete Babinsky
  10. 12 Variations K.265: Ah, Vous Dirai-Je, Maman: Theme/Variation ... - Margarete Babinsky

Tracks:

  1. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro - Capella Coloniensis, Maria Luisa Tanzini
  2. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Larghetto - Capella Coloniensis, Maria Luisa Tanzini
  3. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Rondo - Allegro - Capella Coloniensis, Maria Luisa Tanzini
  4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Major: Allegro Moderato - Nicolai Evrov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  5. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Major: Adagio Cantabile - Nicolai Evrov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  6. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Major: Rondo - Presto - Nicolai Evrov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  7. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro Con Spirito - Ivan Drenikov, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  8. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Adagio E Cantabile - Ivan Drenikov, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble
  9. Concerto in C Major for Piano and Orchestra: Presto - Ivan Drenikov, Sofia Soloists Chamber Ensemble

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 5 in E Flat Major Op. 73 Emperor: - Anton Dikov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  2. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 5 in E Flat Major Op. 73 Emperor: - Anton Dikov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  3. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 5 in E Flat Major Op. 73 Emperor: - Anton Dikov, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  4. Overture Coriolan Op.62 - Dresdner Philharmonic
  5. Overture Leonore No.2, Op.72 - Dresdner Philharmonic

Tracks:

  1. Op.13, No. 8 in C Minor Pathetique: Grave - Allegro - Di Molto E ... - Istvan Szekely
  2. Op.13, No. 8 in C Minor Pathetique: Adagio Cantabile - Istvan Szekely
  3. Op.13, No. 8 in C Minor Pathetique: Rondo - Allegro - Istvan Szekely
  4. Op.27, No. 14 in C Sharp Minor Moonlight: Adagio Sostenuto - Istvan Szekely
  5. Op.27, No. 14 in C Sharp Minor Moonlight: Allegretto - Istvan Szekely
  6. Op.27, No. 14 in C Sharp Minor Moonlight: Presto Agitato - Istvan Szekely
  7. Op.57, No. 23 in F Minor Appassionata: Allegro Assai - Istvan Szekely
  8. Op.57, No. 23 in F Minor Appassionata: Andante Con Moto - Istvan Szekely
  9. Op.57, No. 23 in F Minor Appassionata: Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Presto - Istvan Szekely
  10. Rondo a Capriccio Op.129: Die Wut er Den Verlorenen - Jennd

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op.11: Allegro Maestoso - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Sandor Falvai
  2. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op.11: Romanze. Larghetto - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Sandor Falvai
  3. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Minor, Op.11: Rondo. Vivace - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Sandor Falvai
  4. Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op.21: Maestoso - Adam Harasiewicz, Warsaw Philharmonic National Orchestra Of Poland
  5. Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op.21: Larghetto - Adam Harasiewicz, Warsaw Philharmonic National Orchestra Of Poland
  6. Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op.21: Allegro Vivace - Adam Harasiewicz, Warsaw Philharmonic National Orchestra Of Poland

Tracks:

  1. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Grave - Doppio Movimento [Liv - Ivo Pogoreuch
  2. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Scherzo [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  3. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Marche Fune. Lento [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  4. Piano Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op.35: Finale. Presto [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  5. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Allegro Maestoso [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  6. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Molto Vivace [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  7. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Largo [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  8. Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor Op.58: Presto Ma Non Tanto [Live] - Garrick Ohlsson
  9. Mazurkas Op.59: No. 1 in a Minor [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  10. Mazurkas Op.59: No. 2 in a Flat [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch
  11. Mazurkas Op.59: No. 3 in F Sharp [Live] - Ivo Pogoreuch

Tracks:

  1. Nocturne in B Major Op.9, No. 3 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  2. Etude in G Flat Major Op.10, No. 5 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  3. Etude in B Minor Op.25, No. 1 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  4. Scherzo No. 1 in B Minor Op. 20 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  5. Scherzo No. 2 in B Flat Minor Op. 31 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  6. Waltz No. 1 in E Flat Major Op. 18 [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  7. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 1 in G Minor [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  8. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 2 in C Major [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  9. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 3 in a Flat Major [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  10. Four Mazurkas Op.24: No. 4 in B Flat Minor [Live] - Jean Marc Luisada
  11. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 1 in C Minor [Live] - Kemal Gekic
  12. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 2 in B Minor [Live] - Kemal Gekic
  13. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 3 in D Flat Major [Live] - Kemal Gekic
  14. Four Mazurkas Op.30: No. 4 in C Sharp Minor [Live] - Kemal Gekic

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto in a Minor Op.54: Allegro Affettuoso - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  2. Piano Concerto in a Minor Op.54: Intermezzo. Andantino Grazioso - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  3. Piano Concerto in a Minor Op.54: Allegro Vivace - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  4. Introduction and Allegro Appassionato Op.92 - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman
  5. Concerto Allegro With Introduction Op.134 - Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Heidrun Holtman

Tracks:

  1. Rustle of Spring Op.32, No.6 - Jennd
  2. Novelette in F Major Op.21, No.1 - Jennd
  3. Songs Without Words: E Major Op.19, No.1 - Jennd
  4. Songs Without Words: F Sharp Minor Op.30, No.6 - Jennd
  5. Songs Without Words: Duetto in F Major Op.38, No.6 - Jennd
  6. Songs Without Words: G Major Op.62, No.1 - Jennd
  7. Songs Without Words: Spring Song in a Major Op.62, No.6 - Jennd
  8. Intermezzo in a Major, Op.76, No.6 - Jennd
  9. Intermezzo in a Minor Op.76, No.7 - Jennd
  10. Intermezzo in a Major Op.118, No.2 - Jennd
  11. Intermezzo in E Flat Minor Op.118, No.6 - Jennd
  12. Lyric Pieces: Arietta Op.12, No.1 - Jennd
  13. Lyric Pieces: Folkevise Op.12, No.5 - Jennd
  14. Lyric Pieces: Butterfly Op.43, No.1 - Jennd
  15. Lyric Pieces: To Spring Op.43, No.6 - Jennd
  16. Lyric Pieces: Notturno Op.54, No.4 - Jennd
  17. Lyric Pieces: Bryllupsdag Pa Troldhaugen Op.65, No.6 - Jennd
  18. Saisons Op.37b, No. 6 Juin Barcarolle - Jennd
  19. Chant Sans Paroles: Souvenir de Hapsal Op.2, No.3 - Jennd
  20. Melody in F Op.3, No.1 - Jennd
  21. Humoresque in G Flat Major Op.101, No.7 - Jennd

Tracks:

  1. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Theme: Andante - Jennd
  2. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 1 - Jennd
  3. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 2 - Jennd
  4. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 3 - Jennd
  5. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 4 - Jennd
  6. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Variation 5 - Jennd
  7. Impromptu in B Flat Major D.935, No.3: Pito - Jennd
  8. 6 Moments Musicaux D.780: No. 1 in C Major - Jennd
  9. 6 Moments Musicaux D.780: No. 2 in a Flat Major - Jennd
  10. 6 Moments Musicaux D.780: No. 6 in F Minor - Jennd
  11. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 1 in C Minor - Jennd
  12. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 2 in E Flat Major - Jennd
  13. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 3 in G Flat Major - Jennd
  14. 4 Impromptus D.899: No. 4 in a Flat Major - Jennd

Tracks:

  1. Sonata in a Major D.959: Allegro - Michael Endres
  2. Sonata in a Major D.959: Andantino - Michael Endres
  3. Sonata in a Major D.959: Scherzo: Allegro Vivace - Michael Endres
  4. Sonata in a Major D.959: Rondo: Allegretto - Michael Endres
  5. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Molto Moderato - Michael Endres
  6. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Andante Sostenuto - Michael Endres
  7. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Scherzo: Allegro Vivace - Michael Endres
  8. Sonata in B Flat Major D.960: Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Michael Endres

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in B Flat Minor Op.23: ... - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Jennd
  2. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in B Flat Minor Op.23: ... - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Jennd
  3. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in B Flat Minor Op.23: ... - Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra, Jennd
  4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in a Minor Op.16: Allegro Molto ... - Daniel Gerard, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin
  5. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in a Minor Op.16: Adagio - Daniel Gerard, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin
  6. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in a Minor Op.16: Allegro Molto E ... - Daniel Gerard, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Allegro Non Troppo - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  2. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Allegro Appassionato - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  3. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Andante - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra
  4. Piano Concerto No. 2 in B Flat Major Op.83: Allegro Giocoso - Dimitris Sgouros, Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra

Tracks:

  1. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Adagio ... - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  2. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Agitato ... - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  3. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Moderato - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  4. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Deciso - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  5. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Marziale, Un ... - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  6. Piano Concerto No. 2 in a Major Hungarian Fantasy: Allegro Animato - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  7. Fantasy on Hungarian Folk-Tunes - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  8. Polonaise Brillante (After Weber) - Budapest Symphony Orchestra, Jennd
  9. Fantasy on Weber's FreischVilmos Fischer

Tracks:

  1. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Allegro Giusto, Nel Modo ...
  2. Pictures at an Exhibition: Gnomus. Sempre Vivo
  3. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Moderato Commodo Assai E Con ...
  4. Pictures at an Exhibition: Il Vechhio Castello (The Old Castle) . ...
  5. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Moderato Non Tanto, Pesamente
  6. Pictures at an Exhibition: Tuileries. Allegretto Non Troppo, ...
  7. Pictures at an Exhibition: Bydlo. Sempre Moderato, Pesante
  8. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Tranquillo
  9. Pictures at an Exhibition: Ballet of the Chickens in Their Shells. ...
  10. Pictures at an Exhibition: Samuel Goldenberg and Schmuyle. ...
  11. Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade. Allegro Giusto, Nel Modo ...
  12. Pictures at an Exhibition: Limoges. Le MarchThe Market Place) . ...
  13. Pictures at an Exhibition: Catacombae. Sepulcrum Romanum. Largo
  14. Pictures at an Exhibition: Cum Mortuis in Lingua Mortua. Adante ...
  15. Pictures at an Exhibition: The Hut on Fowls' Legs - Baba-Yaga. Allegro
  16. Pictures at an Exhibition: The Great Gate of Kiev - Allegro Alla ...
  17. Three Intermezzos Op.117: Intermezzo in E Flat Major. Andante Moderato
  18. Three Intermezzos Op.117: Intermezzo in B Flat Minor. Andante Non ...
  19. Three Intermezzos Op.117: Intermezzo in C Sharp Minor. Andante Con ...
  20. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 1 Intermezzo in a Minor (Allegro Non Assai)
  21. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 2 Intermezzo in a Major (Andante Teneramente)
  22. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 3 Ballad in G Minor (Allegro Energico)
  23. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 4 Intermezzo in F Minor (Andante - Allegretto
  24. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 5 Romance in F Major (Andante - ...)
  25. Piano Pieces Op.118: No. 6 Intermezzo in E Flat Minor (Andante, ...)

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in C Minor Op.18: Moderato - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  2. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in C Minor Op.18: Adagio ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  3. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in C Minor Op.18: Allegro ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Minor Op.40: Allegro ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  5. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Minor Op.40: Largo - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov
  6. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 4 in G Minor Op.40: Allegro ... - Bulgarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ivan Drenikov

Tracks:

  1. Prde Op.3, No.2 - Margarete Babinsky
  2. Mdie Op.3, No.3 - Margarete Babinsky
  3. Polichinelle Op.3, No.4 - Margarete Babinsky
  4. Moment Musical Op.16, No.3 - Margarete Babinsky
  5. Moment Musical Op.16, No.5 - Margarete Babinsky
  6. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op.42 - Margarete Babinsky
  7. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  8. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  9. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  10. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  11. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  12. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  13. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  14. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  15. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  16. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  17. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  18. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  19. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  20. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  21. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  22. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  23. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  24. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  25. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  26. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  27. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  28. Variations on a Theme by Corelli Op. 42 (Continued) - Margarete Babinsky
  29. Prde Op.23, No.5 - Margarete Babinsky

Tracks:

  1. Rhapsody in Blue - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  2. Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  3. Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra: Adagio. Andante Con Moto - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  4. Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra: Allegro Agitato - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart
  5. American in Paris - Cle Ousset, , Radio Symphony Orchestra of Stuttgart

Album Description

This amazing 20-CD set truly is the ultimate piano collection! With over 20 hours of the greatest piano classics, from Mozart's priceless Piano Concertos and Sonatas to Gershwin's legendary Rhapsody in Blue, this set is a must have for everyone's collection. So sit back, relax and drift away on the beautiful melodic waves of classical piano at its very best.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Ultimate music for every time of day and every mood.......2007-07-03

With 20 CDs in the collection, we have classical music for every mood and atime of day.

4 out of 5 stars Would give 5 stars if sound quality where better.......2007-06-30

This Classical collection is one of great length and breadth ,and is well worth purchasing ,if you want an abundance of music at a low price.The sound quality is decent,however it is not great.This set will not provide you with the crisp,clear sound quality of a RCA,CBS or other well known label,so some classical aficionados may not appreciate it much.It all depends on what your looking for ,I guess.

5 out of 5 stars Great collection for a great price.......2007-06-27

I did not expect much in buying this collection, but I was greatly surpeised. There were no reviews of the product at the time, and I bought the collection simply as a sampler of many great piano pieces. Most of the recordings are exquisite and of decent recording quality. This collection was well worth the price.

5 out of 5 stars 20 Fabulous Discs.......2007-06-08

I am surprised that this set has been out for 4 years and nobody reviewed it here yet. This is a lovely and occasionally amazing compilation. I was moved by many of the compositions. I really enhanced my classical music collection with this set. You have so many legends here to enjoy, from Bach to Brahms, Mozart to Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninov, Gershwin, and more. If you love classical piano music and don't already have most of these works then this is a must buy for you. The price may go up, but I was fortunate to cash in on the $17.97 price. Quite a bargain for 20 fabulous discs.
Für Elise: Romantic Piano Music
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • The best
  • Pure Piano
  • Not quite for that candle-light dinner ....
  • Classic
  • Great compilation
Für Elise: Romantic Piano Music

Manufacturer: Naxos
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ASIN: B0000013VM
Release Date: 1995-03-21

Tracks:

  1. Impromptu in A Flat Major, Op.142 (D.935),No.2
  2. Etude in E major, Op.10, No.3
  3. Bagatelle in A minor, WoO 59 'Fur Elise': Bagatelle in A minor, WoO 59
  4. Waltz in A flat major,Op. 39, No.15
  5. June: Bacarolle from the Seasons,Op.37b
  6. pring Song in A major,Op.62,No.6 From Songs Without Words: Spring Song in A major,Op.62,No.6 From Songs Without Words
  7. Clair de lune from Suite bergamasque
  8. Troiseme Gymnompedie
  9. Andante in F major, WoO 57 'Adante favori': Andante in F major, WoO 57
  10. Nocturne in E flat major, Op.9,No.2
  11. Liebestraum No 3 in AFlat Major, Op.62 (S.541) No.3
  12. Impromptu in G flat major,Op. 90(D.899), No.3
  13. Romance in F Minor,Op.5
  14. Alla turca from Piano Sonata No.11 in Major, K.331
  15. Trerei from Kinderszenen,Op.15
  16. Prelude no 15 in D Flat Major, Op.28 'Raindrop': Prelude no 15 in D Flat Major, Op.28
  17. Tango in D major
  18. Prelude in C sharp minor, Op.3 No.2

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The best.......2007-04-10

The CD I bought is great. The music is great. I love Fur Elise music.

5 out of 5 stars Pure Piano.......2007-01-11

This is one of the clearest and most enjoyable CDs I have purchased. The music is pure and all piano, no frills. I feel like I can play, which of course I can not. I recommend this to anyone who enjoys excellent piano.

4 out of 5 stars Not quite for that candle-light dinner .... .......2006-03-02

Perhaps its best to first clarify the context of this CD's title, "Romantic Piano Music." The word "Romantic" here is not about sensuous mood music to share with your significant other. Rather, it refers to the musical era labeled "Romanticism" which started around Beethoven and ended around 1900 with the development of the "modern era." It is odd that Mozart is featured here as he clearly belongs to the preceeding "classical" era (but the piece here is one of his best). So, this CD features solo piano music of that era which has musical characteristics like expressive lyricism ... passionate, personal and poetic emotional displays ... more experimenting with tonal color and harmony ... and frequent shifts of key, tempo and dynamic range (very soft to very loud). So, with especially with this last characteristic in mind, don't expect "Romantic music for a candle light dinner" here as several of the pieces go from quiet, introspective melodies to fast-paced runs or loud, dissonant chords (just hear the first bar of the last track). But, such is "romantic expression" in music. If you are just looking for some nice solo-piano dinner music, try John Field's serene Nocturnes or Chopin's uplifting Waltzes or the quiet compliation disc, "Chopin for Relaxation."

But, if your interest is to explore the great composers and piano literature of the Romantic era, this is a fine CD to do that for many reasons. One reason is the variety of styles and nationalities featured here. One other characteristic of the music of this period was the expression of pride in one's country (Nationalism movement). Nearly all of the composers whose works are featured on this disc were major influences in music history and showed varying degress of Nationism: Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms and Liszt from Germany ... Chopin from Poland ... Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov from Russian ... Debussy and Satie from France ... and Albeniz from Spain. With such an international line-up of famous composers, you will find a wide range of musical styles, flavors and expressions to discover and enjoy. Most of the selections here are among the more famous piano pieces, so it is a good place to start. And supported by capable artists, good sound quality and some decent liner notes giving the history of the music, this CD provides a compelling journey into the piano music of the mid-late 19th century ... but maybe not ideal for that romantic interlude you might have had in mind.

PS: The title song of this CD, "Fur (for) Elise," is one of Beethoven's most recognizable and simple tunes, often heard in those miniature music boxes or even cell-phone ring tones.

5 out of 5 stars Classic.......2004-04-08

This is classic. I like this music, because this is piano music.
And I love piano music, because I like to play piano. Don't buy it, if you like pop music, not classic ! Buy it, if you like classic. Trust me.

5 out of 5 stars Great compilation.......2002-12-09

Although you may never have heard of any of these pianists, they're all very good and solid performers. It does in no way sound like a budget disc. The programmed pieces work really well together, especially with such a (shatteringly played) finale: Rachmaninov's "Bells of Moscow" Prelude!
Schubert: The Masterworks [Box Set]
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
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Schubert: The Masterworks [Box Set]

Manufacturer: Brilliant Classics
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ASIN: B00062FLJC
Release Date: 2004-11-30

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars One of the best of the Masterworks series.......2007-07-06

Brilliant Classics' "Masterworks" series, if you can get them cheaply (and currently they go for about $1/CD from Amazon's France Web site), are a great way to amass a significant library of the works of several great computers. The production values and the performances themselves are uneven, and the interpretations are not always historically-informed (unlike the bulk of Brilliant's "Complete Editions" of the works of Bach and Mozart). But there are numerous gems in the rough in The Masterworks, and the economic value is unsurpassed, even if you were to throw away half of the CDs in each set.

You're unlikely to throw away much of this Schubert collection though. This seems to be the finest of the Masterworks sets, with a succession of solid, often first-rate performances of most of the major Schubert works. Here's what you get:

- The symphonies, performed by The Hanover Band in a historically-informed style. Very interesting performances perhaps marred by an odd recording balance that makes the woodwinds sound distant. Takes up four CDs
- The six Latin masses. Also the Deutsche Messe in the version with wind instruments. Five CDs in all
- Edison Denisov's completion of Schubert's unfinished dramatic work Lazarus (2 CDs, Helmuth Rilling's premier recording)
- The last four string quartets (including the Quartettsatz) with #9 thrown in. Also the octet, piano quintet ("The Trout"), string quintet and both piano trios. In short all the canonical chamber works. Performances are strong, and well recorded
- Two CDs of violin/piano duets, including Op. 137 and Op. 162
- 19 of the 21 "canonical" piano sonatas (missing #7 and #12) as well as the Moments Musicaux, Impromptus, German Dances, Wanderer Fantasy and several other piano works, 11 CDs in all. As with the chamber music, the performances and recordings are strong, often stunning
- Two CDs of piano duets, including the Divertissements and D. 617
- Song cycles: Die Schöne Müllerin, Winterreise, Schwanengesang, and four CDs of standalone songs, including such "standards" as Erlkönig and Gretchen am Spinnrade. The singers are a bit uneven here, ranging from standouts Robert Holl, Deitrich Fischer-Dieskau and John Shirley-Quirk to the somewhat shrill Arleen Augér

Missing from the collection is Rosamunde, and a number of famous songs: Die Forelle (The Trout), Death and the Maiden, Ellens Gesang III (the so-called Ave Maria, D. 839), Der Hirt auf dem Felsen and Der Wanderer. But you do have almost all the important instrumental works, and most of the vocal works generally considered to be essential, with some padding added in the form of minor works such as the parochial Deutsche Messe, the German Dances, and the modernist-informed completion of Lazarus by the 20th Century Russian composer Denisov.

As with the other Masterworks sets, there are no program notes. You'll need to do your own research. Answers.com is a good starting point for Schubert compositions. There are also no song texts or translations provided, so again you'll need to track down your own. Try "The Lied and Art Song Texts Page" for lieder lyrics and translations. Hunt down a good price on this collection, browsing one of Amazon's European sites if necessary, and treat yourself to many hours of lovely music for the cost of a modest night out.

1 out of 5 stars Will not buy this.......2007-03-16

I can't see D965 or D945 on this 40 disks worth of Schubert. Bizarre! There are so many great songs missing it scares me.

4 out of 5 stars Worth it!.......2006-12-19

One of the best in "The Masterpices" series. Many of the discs (the symphonies in particular) were licensed from Nimbus and other full-line labels. Not all that long ago these discs would have set you back $18 to $20 a piece. That said, I still wouldn't part with my Hyperion collection. 40 CD's at this price... you can't go wrong.

4 out of 5 stars Great way to jumpstart a schubert collection.......2006-12-19

Hartmut Holl, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Stephanie Brown, and Jaime Laredo as well as the Stuttgart Bach Collegium performing Schubert are hardly "left-behind artists and ensembles" as the previous naysayer states. These are licensed from major label releases and from the original masters issued at a bargain price, especially for the number of discs you get. Sound quality ranges from good to excellent. Good for all Schubertians and anyone who wants to jumpstart a Schubert collection.

1 out of 5 stars Better to Pick a Few First-rate Performances.......2006-11-14

This is a bargain in dollar/listening time ratio, but who cares? There are many second-rate performances by left-behind artists and ensembles. Obviously the economics of resurrecting disks that don't require royalties has been the driving factor of selection. (On the other hand, the complete edition boxed sets of Bach and Mozart, which you'll find if you look, are stupendous successes artistically.)
Complete Masterworks Recordings, 1962-1973
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Complete Masterworks Recordings, 1962-1973

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ASIN: B000002909
Release Date: 1993-10-05

Tracks:

  1. Sonata In E Major, K 531 (L430): Allegro
  2. Sonata In A Major, K322 (L483): Allegro
  3. Sonata In G Major K455 (L209): Allegro
  4. Sonata No. 8 In C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathetique': I. Grave - Allegro di molto e con brio
  5. Sonata No. 8 In C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathetique': II. Adagio cantabile
  6. Sonata No. 8 In C Minor, Op. 13 'Pathetique': III. Rondo. Allegro
  7. Impromptu In G-flat Major, Op. 90 (D899) No. 3: Andante
  8. Etude in C minor, Op. 10 No. 12: Allegro con fuoco
  9. Etude In C-sharp Minor, Op. 25 No. 7: Lento
  10. Scherzo No. 1 In B Minor, Op. 20: Presto con fuoco
  11. 3 Preludes - From Book II: IV. Les fees sont d'exquises danseuses. Rapide et leger
  12. 3 Preludes - From Book II: V. Bruyeres. Calme
  13. 3 Preludes - From Book II: VI. General Lavine - eccentric.
  14. Poeme In F-sharp Major, Op. 32 No. 1: Andante cantabile
  15. Etude In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: Andante
  16. Etude In D-Sharp Minor, Op. 8 No. 12: Patetico

Tracks:

  1. Piano Sonata No.2 In B- Flat, Op.35: I. Grave- Doppio movimento
  2. Piano Sonata No.2 In B- Flat, Op.35: II. Scherzo
  3. Piano Sonata No.2 In B- Flat, Op.35: III. Marche funebre. Lento
  4. Piano Sonata No.2 In B- Flat, Op.35: IV. Finale. Presto
  5. Etude-Tableau In C, Op.33 No.2: Allegro
  6. Etude-Tableau In C, Op.33 No.2: Appassionato
  7. Arabeske In C, Op.18: Leicht und zart
  8. Kinderszenen, Op.15 - Scenes From Childhood: 1. Von fremden Landern und Menschen
  9. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 2. Kuriose Geschichte
  10. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 3. Hansche-Mann
  11. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 4. Bittendes Kind
  12. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 5. Gluckes genug
  13. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 6. Wichtige Begbenheit
  14. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 7. Traumerei
  15. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 8. Am Kamin
  16. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 9. Ritter vom Steckenpferd
  17. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 10. Fast zu ernst
  18. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 11. Furchtenmachen
  19. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 12. Kind im Einschlummern
  20. KINDERSZENEN, OP.15: 13. Der Dichter spricht
  21. Toccata In C, Op.7: Allegro
  22. Hungarian Rhapsody No.19 In D Minor: Lento patetico (Lassan)- Vivace (Friska)

Tracks:

  1. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  2. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  3. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  4. Keyboard Sonatas: Andante moderato
  5. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegretto
  6. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  7. Keyboard Sonatas: Andante
  8. Keyboard Sonatas: Andante e cantabile
  9. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  10. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  11. Keyboard Sonatas: Andante e cantabile
  12. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  13. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  14. Keyboard Sonatas: Andante
  15. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro
  16. Keyboard Sonatas: Andante moderato
  17. Keyboard Sonatas: Vivo
  18. Keyboard Sonatas: Allegro

Tracks:

  1. Toccata, Adagio And Fugue In C, BWV 564: I. Preludio, quasi improvvisando. Tempo moderato
  2. Toccata, Adagio And Fugue In C, BWV 564: II. Intermezzo. Adagio
  3. Toccata, Adagio And Fugue In C, BWV 564: III. Fuga. Moderamente sherzando, un poco umoristico
  4. Fantasie In C, Op.17: I. Durchaus phantastisch und leidenschalflich vorzutragen
  5. Fantasie In C, Op.17: II. Massig. Durchaus energisch
  6. Fantasie In C, Op.17: III. Langsam getragen. Durchweg leise zu halten
  7. Piano Sonata No.9, Op.68 'Black Mass': Moderato quasi andante-Molto meno vivo-Allegro-Piu vivo-Allegro...
  8. Poeme In F-Sharp Major, Op.32 No.1: Andante cantibile

Tracks:

  1. Mazurka In C-sharp Minor, Op. 30. No. 4: Allegretto
  2. Etude In F major, Op. 10 No. 8: Allegro
  3. Ballade No. 1 In G Minor, Op. 23: Largo - Moderato - Meno mosso - Presto con fuoco
  4. Serenade For The Doll. Allegro ma non troppo
  5. Etude In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: Andante
  6. Etude In A-Flat Major, Op. 72 No. 11: Presto e con leggierezza
  7. Traumerei
  8. Sonata No. 11 In A Major, K.331: I. Tema.Andante grazioso e variazioni
  9. Sonata No. 11 In A Major, K. 331: II. Menuetto - Trio
  10. Sonata No. 11 In A Major, K. 331: III. Rondo alla Turca
  11. Polonaise-Fantaisie In A-Flat Major, Op. 61: Allegro maestoso

Tracks:

  1. Mazurka In B minor, Op. 33 No. 4: Mesto
  2. Nocturne In E Minor, Op. 72 No. 1: Andante
  3. Piano Sonata No. 10, Op. 70: Moderato - Allegro - Puissant, radieux - Allegro - Piu vivo - Presto - Moderato
  4. Piano Sonata In F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: I. Allegro
  5. Piano Sonata In F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: II. Adagio
  6. Piano Sonata In F Major, Hob. XVI: 23: III. Finale
  7. Blumenstuck In D-Flat Major, Op. 19: Leise bewegt
  8. L'ISLE JOYEUSE: Quasi una cadenza - Tempo.
  9. Vallee d'Obermann: Lento assai - Piu lento - Un poco piu di moto ma sempre lento - Presto - Lento

Tracks:

  1. Ballade No. 1 In G Minor, Op. 23: Largo - Moderato - Meno mosso - Presto con fuoco
  2. Nocturne In F Minor, Op. 55 No. 1: Andante
  3. Polonaise In F-Sharp Minor, Op. 44: Tempo di polacca - Doppio movimento, tempo di Mazurka - Tempo I
  4. Sonata In E major, K 380 (L23): Andante commodo
  5. Sonata In G major, K 55 (L335): Allegro
  6. Arabeske In C Major, Op. 18: Leicht und zart
  7. Etude In D-Sharp Minor, Op. 8 No. 12: Patetico
  8. Traumerei
  9. Variations On A Theme From Bizet's Opera 'Carmen'

Tracks:

  1. Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 12 No. 2: III. Rondo
  2. Adagio sostenuto In F Major
  3. Sonata In B-Flat Major, Op. 25 No. 3: II. Rondo
  4. Sonata In A Major, Op. 50 No. 1: II. Adagio
  5. Corale Prelude 'Lch ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ'
  6. Sonata In F-Sharp Major, K 319 (L35): Allegro
  7. Sonata In G Major, K 260 (L124): Allegro
  8. Sonata In C Major, HOB. XVI: 48: I. Andante con espressione
  9. Sonata In C major, Hob. XVI:48: II. Rondo
  10. Sonata No. 28 In A Major, Op. 101: I. Allegretto ma non troppo
  11. Sonata No. 28 In A Major, Op. 101: II. Vivace alla Marcia
  12. Sonata No. 28 In A Major, Op. 101: III. Adagio ma non troppo, con affetto - Allegro

Tracks:

  1. Piano Sonata No. 14 In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2 'Moonlight': I. Adagio sostenuto
  2. II. Allegretto
  3. Piano Sonata No. 14 In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27, No. 2'Moonlight': III. Presto agitato
  4. Piano Sonata No. 21 In C Major, Op. 53 , 'Waldstein-Sonata': I. Allegro con brio
  5. Piano Sonata No. 21 In C Major, Op. 53 , 'Waldstein-Sonata': II. Introduzione. Adagio molto - attacca
  6. Piano Sonata No. 21 In C Major, Op. 53 , 'Waldstein-Sonata': III. Rondo. Allegro moderato - Prestissimo
  7. Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57, 'Appassionata': I. Allegro assai
  8. Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57, 'Appassionata': II. Andante con moto -attacca
  9. Piano Sonata No. 23 in F Minor, Op. 57, 'Appassionata': III. Allegro, ma non troppo - Presto

Tracks:

  1. Mazurka in A minor, Op. 17 No. 4: Lento, ma non troppo
  2. Etude in G-flat major, Op. 10 No. 5: Vivace
  3. Introduction & Rondo In E-Flat Major, Op. 16: Introduzione. Andante - Rondo. Allegro vivace
  4. Waltz in A minor, Op. 34 No. 2: Lento
  5. Polonaise in A-flat Major, Op. 53: Maestoso
  6. Mazurka in F-sharp minor, Op. 59 No. 3: Vivace
  7. Mazurka in C-sharp minor, Op. 50 No. 3: Moderato
  8. Mazurka in D-flat major, Op. 30 No. 3: Allegro non troppo
  9. Mazurka in E minor, Op. 41 No. 2: Andantino
  10. Mazurka in D major, Op. 33 No. 2: Vivace
  11. Etude in C-sharp minor, Op. 10 No. 4: Presto
  12. Etude in E major, Op. 10 No. 3: Lento, ma non troppo
  13. Etude in C minor, Op. 10 No. 12: Allegro con fuoco
  14. Prelidu In B Minor, Op. 28 No. 6: Lento assai

Tracks:

  1. Posonaise in A major, Op. 40 No. 1: Allegro con brio
  2. Prelude in D-flat major, Op. 28 No. 15: Sostenuto
  3. Etude in E-flat minor, Op. 10 No. 6: Andante
  4. Etude No. 2 in A-flat major from 'Trois Nouvelles Etudes': Allegretto
  5. Mazurka In F Minor, Op. 7 No. 3
  6. Waltz in C-sharp minor, Op. 64 No. 2: Tempo giusto
  7. Variations On A Theme By Clara Wieck From Sonata No. 3 In F Minor,Op. 14: Andantino
  8. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: I. Ausserst bewegt
  9. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: II.Sehr innig
  10. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: III. Sehr aufgeregt
  11. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: IV. Sehr langsam
  12. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: V. Sehr lebhaft
  13. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VI. Sehr langsam
  14. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VII. Sehr rasch
  15. Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VIII. Schnell und spielend

Tracks:

  1. Impromptu In A-Flat Major Op. 90 (D899) No. 4: Allegretto
  2. Impromptu In F Minor Op. 142 (D935) No. 1: Allegro moderato
  3. Impromptu In A-Flat Major Op. 142 (935) No. 2: Allegretto
  4. Impromptu In E-Flat Major Op. 90 (D899) No. 2: Allegro
  5. Consolation In E Major S. 172 (R.12) No. 2
  6. Pour les arpeges composes: Dolce e lusingando
  7. La terrasse des audiences du clair de lune: Lent
  8. Etude In A Minor Op. 104b No. 3: Allegro vivace
  9. Scherzo & March S. 177 (R.20)

Tracks:

  1. Feuillet d'album In E-Flat Major Op. 45 No. 1: Andante piacevole
  2. Etude In F-Sharp Minor Op. 8 No. 2: A capriccio, con forza
  3. Etude In B-Flat Minor Op. 8 No. 11: Andante cantabile
  4. Etude In D-Flat Major Op. 8 No. 10: Allegro
  5. Etude In A-Flat Major Op. 8 No. 8: Lento (Tempo rubato)
  6. Etude In F-Sharp Major Op. 42 No 3: Prestissimo
  7. Etude In F-Sharp Major Op. 42 No. 4: Andante
  8. Etude In C-Sharp Minor Op. 42 No. 5: Affannato
  9. Etude Op. 65 No. 3: Molto vivace
  10. No. 1: Allegretto
  11. 2 Poemes Op. 69: No. 2: Allegretto
  12. Vers la flamme Op. 72: Allegro moderato
  13. Feuillet d'album Op. 58
  14. Fairy Tale In A Major Op. 51 No. 3
  15. Sonata No. 2 In B-Flat Minor Op. 36: I. Allegro agitato
  16. Sonata No. 2 In B-flat, Minor, Op. 36: II. Non allegro
  17. Sonata No. 2 In B-Flat Minor, Op. 36: III. Allegro molto
  18. Prelude In G-Sharp Minor Op. 32 No. 12: Allegro
  19. Moment musical In B Minor Op. 16 No. 3: Andante cantabile
  20. Etude-Tableau In E-Flat Minor Op. 33 No. 5: Non allegro - Presto
  21. Etude-Tableau In C Major Op. 33 No. 2: Allegro
  22. Etude-Tableau In D Major Op. 39 No. 9: Allegro moderato (Tempo di Marcia)

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It may surprise you to learn that, despite his untouchable reputation with the public, Vladimir Horowitz enjoyed a certain dubious reputation with the critics. For many, he was the epitome of the witless virtuoso, all technique and vulgar display, and no brains. There was some truth in this to the extent that he really could be variable on record, but by general consensus his Masterworks recordings show him at his absolute best. Aside from his famous Carnegie Hall concerts from 1965, you get stunning performances of music by Schumann, Haydn, Beethoven, Chopin, Scriabin, and above all, Scarlatti--the composer that Horowitz, more than anyone, put back on the map for pianists the world over. A great set. --David Hurwitz

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Horowitz: good. Amazon: good. Sony Classical: BAD........2004-05-24

I bought this set in December, and because I have so many classical CD's (more than 300), it took me 5 months to realize that the set contained TWO volume 8's and NO volume 9's. Worried that it might be too late, I e-mailed Amazon. Their first reply was that the replacement was already on its way (with return shipping paid for as well). Wow, that was a relief!

When I got the new set, I decided to study it closely and make sure that everything was good. It turns out that several of the discs (in both sets) had holes through the aluminum reflective layer -- which seemed to be because it was too thin to begin with. One disc was cracked, and another looked like the aluminum was "rotting out" on the edge. You would think that for $230, Sony Classical would put more quality into their discs. So what good is "Super Bit Mapping" and "High Definition Remastering" if the discs are so cheap that the player will misread the data? And I don't have much confidence that the discs will last many years, either.

Fortunately I got to pick the best discs from the 2 sets, so I won't need to replace this one for another. But I certainly lost respect for Sony Classical.

And kudos to you Amazon; you're really looking out for your customers!

3 out of 5 stars ARE YOU CRAZY RICH OR CRAZY STUPID?.......2002-08-25

Why would any one in the right mind plunk down [money] for 13 CDS by the same pianist? Is it so you can brag about owning 11 years' worth of the same old thing? Or did you get it as a gift designed to impress but not really to listened to? Now you could probably get [money] for it whether you used it or not. Columbia Masterworks should have brought along new and younger talent. For my bet I can't think of many American pianists who are currently recording. Do we have to recycle Schumann, Rachmaninoff, Schubert, Beethoven, Liszt, Chopin, Scriabin, and others over and over? This is the Twenty-first Century. We should at least be thinking of Twentieth Century piano works. I can get 10 CDs by 10 pianists currently recording if I look to Europe.

5 out of 5 stars merely spectacular!.......2001-03-10

I've only had this set about a week and have already indulged three complete listenings; it's a gold mine! - the power of preaching is persuasive in the Temple of Horowitz! I'm taken aback by the unity and continuity of sonics, an excellent and remarkable display of high engineering art. Everything important is here (almost! I wish some of the Scriabin Preludes had been included). There are sketches of incomparable pianism and supreme intelligence in these discs: Liszt's 'Vallee d'Obermann', and the Consolations; Debussy's 'L'isle joyeux' - so 'russian playing french'! - Scriabin's 'Vers le flamme' and the Black Mass sonata - one simply can't climb out of the volcano, it's terrifying and beautiful! - and the Scarlatti and Chopin. Only Gilels approaches Horowitz's indigenous understanding of Chopin. In the course of thirteen discs the glory can start to crash in around you, but at the last moment of endurance along comes 'Serenade of the Doll', or one of the Consolations. The Bach-Busoni is cerebral and fine. Horowitz gets rapped for the wrong romanticism - it's the romanticism of artistic intelligence that his art claims! I love that famous C clunker at the beginning of the Bach-Busoni in the Return to Carnegie Hall recital; more than that, I appreciate how Horowitz played his public pride in it, no retouches, etc. Shrewd, and very real, I think. He was a pianist of enormous humility on the inside, so completely knowing of his gifts - one of the reason his playing was something special. He possessed the often disregarded ability to stand completely outside his playing and admire it as one might a beautiful woman, with complete humility. It affords us the privilege of reaping joy after joy of a remarkable art the likes of which will surely stand true for a long time. 200 bucks is a lot of money, I probably would have thought it too much for the convenience of a collection; I'm glad someone else didn't feel that way, and gave me the set! - now I find it curiously too clever a package to be considered merely a consolidation of recordings into a 'set' - there is something indefinably congruent about these recordings. They fit together with harmonious intent, and shine and shadow the land with a marvelous music. Highest recommendation without reservation.

5 out of 5 stars I have never regretted buying this..........2000-08-22

Considering that this set is devoted to a single instrument played by one artist in a 12-year period, the depth is mind-blowing. If variety is the spice of life, than this set is a very warming set indeed.

For the most part, Horowitz communicates a deep respect for the specific style of each composer: his Scarlatti is done articulately and without any smear with the pedal. His Liszt is demonic. His Rachmaninov is dazzling, with all of the "superfluous" notes (!) and Russian virtuosity in tact. Horowitz's Schumann is sensitive, passionate and Romantic.

And then there are his interpretations of Chopin. To me, Vladimir Horowitz is one of Chopin's best ambassadors. In particular, I draw attention to the Polonaise-Fantaisie in Vol. 3 and the mazurkas and etudes of Vol. 7.

For a good summary of this collection, listen to Vol. 4, "The Legendary 1968 TV Concert." Applause is omitted between selections, and the repertoire is tailored to Horowitz's pianistic gifts.

The first disc of Vol. 3 (Including the Bach-Busoni Toccata and the Schumann Fantasy) is not top-notch piano-playing... It's a little sloppy and inaccurate. I'm sure there are other minor slips elsewhere in this collection, but here they are most obviously seen.

Regardless, this collection is a MUST for Horowitz fans. Save up your money little by little and go and buy it. It is truly the most rewarding purchase of classical music I have ever made.

5 out of 5 stars The greatest 20th Cent. pianist at his best!.......2000-04-15

If you were to take a set of piano music from only one performer to a desert island, this would be the set. Vladimir Horowitz was a pianist of incredible, almost unique, technical prowess capable of creating wonderful piano textures and tone colorings, and possessing his own dark, distinctive sound on a wonderful Steinway he had transported to each of his concerts or studio recording sessions. Of almost limitless ability, he suffered criticism from music critics because he severely limited his performing repertoire and stayed away from the concert stage for several prolonged periods because of his terrible insecurity and stagefright. He was especially criticized in his early years for bravura performances which were brilliant, but loud and not always tasteful. He was known for giving his enthralled audiences what they wanted, but it should be remembered that he championed Scarlatti and almost single-handedly brought him back into the performing world from near-oblivion, and it was Horowitz who premiered several important works by twentieth century composers such as Barber and Khatchaturian. He kept the works of the mysterious and exotic Alexander Scriabin from disappearing from piano benches in the conservatories, and he created some of the most imaginative and thrilling encore transcriptions ever heard in the concert hall. In later years, his repertoire expanded and he played some wonderful Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven, much of which is featured in this set. The highlight of this disc collection from the early 60's through about 1973 is the historic return concert at Carnegie Hall in 1965. After a self-imposed exile from public performing for 12 years, he made this famous recital which is one of the most memorable in the history of recorded piano performance. Although he made several nerve-induced mistakes in the opening Bach piece, he settled down quickly and delivered a thrilling performance, highlighted, for me, at least, by the Chopin Ballade in G minor, which took away my breath and featured one of the most dazzling climaxes I have ever heard on a piano. His incredible performance possessed a youthful vitality which belied his 62 years. Throughout the other discs in this set one hears Horowitz at his best: still technically awesome yet more musically mature and capable of producing little miracles from pieces well-known, and less-known. No longer pandering to the expectations of the audience, he gave as his encore at the Carnegie Hall return concert, a precious, child-like Traumerei from Kinderszenen. The Schumann featured on these discs includes some of the most beautiful offerings available anywhere of this composer, including a wonderful Fantasy in C and perhaps the best performance ever on record of Kreisleriana. The Schubert impromptus are little miracles, and the Debussy that's thrown in makes us fantasize about the other French music he could have given us! His wonderful Chopin reminds us there are other views besides Rubinstein's to this most-important-of-all piano literature, and his Rachmaninoff is glorious. Performing into his eighties, he was a wonder of music and the 13 discs offered here give a personal record of a dazzling career from his very best years. It might be pointed out that several pieces are offered more than once in the set as they were recorded in several concerts and studio sessions and it is interesting to hear the differences in his performances. One might wish that his piano oeuvre had included more composers and a wider range of pieces, but this collection certainly highlights the work he was best known for, including as it does the various Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Liszt, Schumann, Scarlatti, Scriabin, Bach, Mozart, Haydn, Schubert, Clementi, and Beethoven gems he was noted for throughout his long career. Anyone loving the piano, or just beautiful music must hear these discs!
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    Tracks:

    1. Turkish Rondo: Mozart: Sonata In A, K.331 - 'Turkish Rondo'
    2. Pathetique: Beethoven: 'Pathetique Sonata' - Adagio Cantabile
    3. Clair de Lune: Debussy: Clair De Lune
    4. Prelude No. 12 In G-Sharp Minor: Rachmaninoff: Prelude No. 12 In G-Sharp Minor
    5. Ballade No. 1 In G Minor: Chopin: Ballade No. 1 In G Minor
    6. Fur Elise: Beethoven: Fur Elise
    7. Impromptu No. 2 In E-Flat: Shubert: Impromptu No. 2 In E-Flat
    8. Prelude No. 2: Gershwin: Prelude No. 2
    9. Moonlight Sonata: Beethoven: 'Moonlight Sonata' - Adagio Sostenuto
    10. Sonata In C, K.545: Mozart: Sonata In C, K.545 - Allegro
    11. Scenes From Childhood - Traumerei: Shumann: Scenes From Childhood - Traumerei
    12. Moments Musicaux No. 3 In F Minor: Shubert: Moments Musicaux No. 3 In F Minor
    13. 'Minute' Waltz: Chopin: 'Minute' Waltz
    14. Arabesque: Shumann: Arabesque
    15. Children's Corner - Golliwogg's Cake-Walk: Debussy: Children's Corner - Golliwogg's Cake-Walk
    16. Liszt: Hungarian Rhapsody No. 12
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      ASIN: B00000K1LU
      Release Date: 1999-09-21

      Tracks:

      1. Pno Con No.5, 'Emperor': Allegro - Sylvia Capova
      2. Pno Con No.21: Andante (Elvira Madigan Theme) - Svetlana Stanceva
      3. Pno Son No.11: (Rondo) Alla Turca: Allegretto - Philippe Entremont
      4. Pno Son No.15: Allegro - Philippe Entremont
      5. Moonlight Son: Adagio Sostenuto - Dubravka Tomsic
      6. Fur Elise - Sylvia Capova
      7. Pno Con No.20: Romance - Stanceva Svetlana
      8. Pathetique Son: Adagio - Sylvia Capova
      9. Trout Qnt: Theme And Vars: Andantino - Philippe Entremont
      10. Imrpomptu in A flat - Sylvia Capova

      Tracks:

      1. Pno Con No.1: Allegro Maestoso - Dubravka Tomsic
      2. 19 Waltzes: No.1, Grande Valse Brillante, Op.18 - Arthur Lima
      3. 19 Waltzes: No.6, Minute Waltz - Arthur Lima
      4. 19 Waltzes: No.7 - Arthur Lima
      5. 19 Waltzes: No.11 - Arthur Lima
      6. 24 Prlds, Op.28: No.7 - Russell Sherman
      7. 24 Prlds, Op.28: No.16 - Russell Sherman
      8. 24 Prlds, Op.28: No.18 - Russell Sherman
      9. 24 Prlds, Op.28: No.20 - Russell Sherman
      10. Pno Son No.2: Funeral March - Sylvia Capova
      11. Pno Con in a: Intermezzo: Andantino Grazioso - John Robilette
      12. Pno Con No.1: Allegro Maestoso, Tempo Giusto - Sylvia Capova
      13. Hungarian Rhap No.2 - Joseph Bulva
      14. Love Dreams, No.3 - Sylvia Capova
      Sviatoslav Richter 1
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      • Sviatoslav Richter I - Philips
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      • Richter -- Prokofiev's Greatest Interpreter
      Sviatoslav Richter 1

      Manufacturer: Polygram Records
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      4. The Sofia Recital 1958

      ASIN: B00000DI3F
      Release Date: 1998-11-10

      Tracks:

      1. Pictures At An Exhibition: Promenade
      2. Pictures At An Exhibition: Gnomus
      3. Pictures At An Exhibition: Promenade
      4. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Old Castle - Promenade
      5. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Old Castle - Promenade (Continued)
      6. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Tuileries Gardens
      7. Pictures At An Exhibition: Bydlo
      8. Pictures At An Exhibition: Promenade
      9. Pictures At An Exhibition: Ballet Of The Chickens In Their Shells
      10. Pictures At An Exhibition: Samuel Goldenberg And Schmuyle
      11. Pictures At An Exhibition: Promenade
      12. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Market-place At Limoges
      13. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Catacombs. Sepulchrum romanum - Cum mortuis in lingua mortua
      14. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Catacombs. Sepulchrum romanum - Cum mortuis in lingua mortua (Continued)
      15. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Hut On Fowl's Legs (Baba-Yaga)
      16. Pictures At An Exhibition: The Great Gate Of Kiev
      17. Moment Musical In C, D. 780 No. 1
      18. Impromptu In E Flat, D. 899 No. 2
      19. Impromptu In A Flat, D. 899 No. 4
      20. Etude In E, Op. 10 No. 3 'Tristesse'
      21. Valse oubliee No. 1 In F Sharp
      22. Valse oubliee No. 2 In A Flat
      23. Etudes d'execution transcendante: No. 5 Feux follets
      24. Etudes d'execution transcendante: No. 11 Harmonies du soir - Sviatoslav Richter
      25. Prelude In G Sharp Minor, Op. 32 No. 12 - Sviatoslav Richter

      Tracks:

      1. Piano Sonata No. 6 In A, Op. 82: 1. Allegro moderato
      2. Piano Sonata No. 6 In A, Op. 82: 2. Allegretto
      3. Piano Sonata No. 6 In A, Op. 82: 3. Tempo di valzer. Lentissimo
      4. Piano Sonata No. 6 In A, Op. 82: 4. Finale. Vivace
      5. Piano Sonata No. 7 In B Flat, Op. 83: 1. Allegro inquieto
      6. Piano Sonata No. 7 In B Flat, Op. 83: 2. Andante caloroso
      7. Piano Sonata No. 7 In B Flat, Op. 83: 3. Precipitato
      8. Piano Sonata No. 8 In B Flat, Op. 84: 1. Andante dolce
      9. Piano Sonata No. 8 In B Flat, Op. 84: 2. Andante sognando
      10. Piano Sonata No. 8 In B Flat, Op. 84: 3. Finale. Vivace

      Amazon.com essential recording

      Sviatoslav Richter's 1958 recital recording here of Pictures at an Exhibition is worth the price of admission alone: simply put, it's a classic that has all too often fallen out of print. The performance makes this double-CD volume in Philips's Great Pianists of the 20th Century series one of the most enthralling in the catalogue. The Russian's power throughout the Pictures is truly infectious. "The Market-Place at Limoges" tickles the listener with bustling energy, while "The Great Gate of Kiev" is at its most riveting in the thunderous hands of Richter. The third movement of Prokofiev's Seventh Sonata chugs like a locomotive at full speed and with the types of deft touches that a jazz musician would provide. Aside from an incorrect track listing (the third Promenade in Pictures isn't listed in the notes as its own track), there's not a gaffe found on this excellent sampler. --Jason Verlinde

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars impressive!.......2006-05-11

      Magnificent pianism and music of substance and emotional depth here. This is some of the most intimate, personal musicianship on record, at the same time that it is some of the most extrovert and aggressive (an unusual and fascinating combination).

      Four stars and not five, however, because the interest of the first of these two discs will be somewhat diminished for those who do not have an insider's apppreciation of or enthusiasm for pianism qua pianism (as I do not). The repertoire here is chosen to showcase Richter's formidable virtuosity; but if you do not find that especially interesting, then a good bit of the significance of the the first disc here might be lost on you. I tend to enjoy this sort of virtuoso display for its own sake in orchestral music---I'll listen to and enjoy only passable interpretations of the orchestral repertoire if the color and ensemble playing are of the highest order---but pianism for the sake of pianism doesn't do much for me.

      None of that applies to the second disc, however, which contains the 6th, 7th, and 8th of the Prokofiev piano sonatas. In these readings Richter's virtuosity functions as an integral component of the music: technical concerns serve musical and expressive ends, and not the other way around. I especially loved the 7th, which is bright and jazzy, and the 8th, epic and haunting.

      In all, gorgeous, muscular performances of fascinating repertoire. A classic!

      4 out of 5 stars Sviatoslav Richter I - Philips.......2006-04-07

      This issue presents the world-known Soviet pianist Sviatoslav Richter. It consists, naturally, of 2 discs.
      Disc 1
      On this disc is recorded his well-known Sofia recital.
      Well, despite his performance of Moussorgsky's Pictures is considered to be one of the greatest ones, I would be more careful in evaluation. If you want to hear a really valuable and musically rich performance of the work, take Janis' or Pogorelich's one. This one made by Richter is not bad, but the style is too "Russian", something like "I'm the great hero from Moscow and I'm going to take your breath...". It means its not refined in an "European" way and many things are unnecessarily and ridiculously exaggerated. This can fascinate those people who don't look for ideas and don't try to think about the music but just want to be impressed in a very direct and simple way. Such exaggerations for the sake of exaggerations can be accepted in several works by Rachmaninoff, Prokofieff or Scriabin, but here I can really imagine more musical ideas and thoughts and less technical and emotional exhibition. And apart from that, despite it is a live performance, the number of mistakes is quite high, one has a feeling that this piece is really very demanding (it is, but I would expect a little bit more from such a recording made by such an artist). As I have already mentioned, it is not bad, but if I compare it to Janis or Pogorelich, its simply not the number one. Richter made a plenty of better recordings (e.g. Schumann Concerto is great).
      The another part of the recital contains the music of Schubert, Chopin, Liszt and Rachmaninoff. It is considerably different, the level of quality is much higher and the intellectual value of Richter's playing is very pleasant. Also from the technical point of view its very fine.
      Disc 2
      Thats a different world, Sonatas by Prokofieff are the home ground for Richter and he is really excellent here. The drammatical and angry Sonatas Nos. 6 and 7 are absolute. The mood is as "Prokofieff-like" as possible and contrasts between lyrical and "sharp" passages are breathtaking. In the Sonata No.8 Richter creates something extraordinary and transcendental, he takes you to a different world. These sonatas are MUST for every fun of Prokofieff's music. Disc 2 is the highpoint of this issue.

      5 out of 5 stars Excellent...if you can find it.......2005-08-05

      Obviously this is a classic...and it's out of print??!!

      I found it at a used record store for $12.00, and I think it hadn't even been opened. And now some people want $129 for it? Look around folks.

      As far as the CD goes, the real stars are the Prokofiev pieces. Very commanding and stunning. The Mussorgsky is a mixed-bag. Richter starts off a little shaky, and there is some disturbing audience noise. But by the time he finishes he is in full command and the shaky start is totally forgotten.

      Try to find this, but don't pay too much!

      4 out of 5 stars Available elsewhere .......2005-08-01

      Ten Stars for Richter, none for th