Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Ludwig van Beethoven's compositions with this captivating album, recorded on Beethoven's own Broadwood piano, housed at the Hungarian National Museum. Released on July 15, 2014, by Hungaroton, this collection offers a unique blend of classical piano and chamber music, spanning a concise yet engaging 49 minutes.
The album features a selection of Beethoven's renowned bagatelles, including the complete sets of Op. 119 and Op. 126, showcasing the composer's mastery of form and expression in these intimate, characterful pieces. From the playful and energetic to the introspective and lyrical, these bagatelles display Beethoven's unparalleled ability to convey a range of emotions and moods within a compact framework.
In addition to the bagatelles, the album presents a delightful assortment of other works, such as waltzes, an ecossaise, a polonaise, and a Klavierstück, each offering a glimpse into Beethoven's versatility and inventive spirit. The inclusion of these lesser-known gems alongside the more familiar bagatelles makes this album a treasure trove for both seasoned Beethoven enthusiasts and those new to his music.
Recorded on the very instrument that Beethoven himself once played, this album provides a rare and authentic listening experience, allowing you to connect with the composer's music in a deeply personal way. Whether you're seeking a moment of relaxation, inspiration, or simply the pleasure of exquisite piano playing, this album is sure to delight and enchant.
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Tracks
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 1 in G Major: Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 2 in G Minor: AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 3 in E-Flat Major: AndanteLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 4 in B Minor: PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 5 in G Major: Quasi AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
6 Bagatelles, Op. 126: No. 6 in E-Flat Major: Presto - Andante amabile e con moto - PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Klavierstück in B Minor, WoO 61, Hess 62Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Waltz in E-Flat Major, WoO 84Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Ecossaise in E-Flat Major, WoO 86Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Waltz in D Major, WoO 85Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Klavierstück in G Minor, WoO 61a, Hess 56Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 1 in G Minor: AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 2 in C Major: Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 3 in D Major: A l'allemandeLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 4 in A Major: Andante cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 5 in C Minor: RisolutoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 6 in G Major: Andante - AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 7 in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 8 in C Major: Moderato cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 9 in A Minor: Vivace moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 10 in A Major: AllegramenteLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
11 Bagatelles, Op. 119: No. 11 in B-Flat Major: Andante ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Polonaise in C Major, Op. 89Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff