Bracha Eden presents a captivating journey through the classical piano repertoire with her album "Brahms: Sonata for 2 Pianos; Saint-Saëns: Variations for Two Pianos on a Theme of Beethoven." Released on January 14, 1968, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album showcases Eden's mastery of the piano and her deep understanding of the classical genre.
The album is divided into two main sections, beginning with Johannes Brahms' Sonata for 2 Pianos in F Minor, Op. 34b. This four-movement sonata is a testament to Brahms' compositional prowess and Eden's ability to bring out the intricate details of the piece. The second section features Camille Saint-Saëns' Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35. This set of variations is a brilliant display of Saint-Saëns' musical ingenuity and Eden's technical skill, as she navigates through the varying tempos and moods of each variation.
With a total runtime of 53 minutes, this album offers a substantial exploration of these two significant works in the classical piano repertoire. Bracha Eden's performance is marked by her precise articulation, dynamic control, and expressive phrasing, making this album a delightful addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Sonata for 2 Pianos in F Minor, Op. 34b: 1. Allegro non troppo (after Piano Quintet, Op. 34)Johannes Brahms, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Sonata for 2 Pianos in F Minor, Op. 34b: 2. Andante, un poco adagio (after Piano Quintet, Op. 34)Johannes Brahms, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Sonata for 2 Pianos in F Minor, Op. 34b: 3. Scherzo. Allegro (after Piano Quintet, Op. 34)Johannes Brahms, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Sonata for 2 Pianos in F Minor, Op. 34b: 4. Finale. Poco sostenuto - Allegro non troppo (after Piano Quintet, Op. 34)Johannes Brahms, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 1. Moderato assaiCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 2. Tempo di MinuettoCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 3. AllegroCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 4. Poco piu mossoCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 5. Tempo del TemaCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 6. Molto allegroCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 7. Moderato assaiCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 8. Presto leggerissimoCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 9. Alla marcia funebreCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 10. AllegroCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir
Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, Op. 35: 11. PrestoCamille Saint-Saëns, Bracha Eden, Alexander Tamir