Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Frédéric Chopin's masterpieces with the album "Chopin: Polonaise, Berceuse, Barcarolle & 24 préludes." This exquisite collection, performed by the virtuoso Nelson Goerner, showcases the depth and brilliance of Chopin's compositions, recorded in August 2015 at the prestigious Krzysztof Penderecki European Centre for Music. The album spans a captivating 58 minutes, featuring iconic pieces such as the Polonaise in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 44, the soothing Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57, and the enchanting Barcarolle in F-Sharp Major, Op. 60. The centerpiece of the album is Chopin's complete set of 24 Preludes, Op. 28, each offering a unique emotional landscape and technical challenge. From the agitato intensity of No. 1 in C Major to the appassionato fervor of No. 24 in D Minor, these preludes demonstrate Chopin's unparalleled ability to convey a wide range of moods and expressions. Released on Alpha Classics in 2015, this album is a testament to the enduring legacy of Chopin's piano works and Nelson Goerner's exceptional artistry.
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Tracks
Polonaise in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 44Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Berceuse in D-Flat Major, Op. 57Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
Barcarolle in F-Sharp Major, Op. 60Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 1 in C Major (Agitato)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 2 in A Minor (Lento)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 3 in G Major (Vivace)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 4 in E Minor (Largo)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 5 in D Major (Allegro molto)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 6 in B Minor (Lento assai)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 7 in A Major (Andantino)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 8 in F-Sharp Minor (Molto agitato)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 9 in E Major (Largo)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 10 in C-Sharp Minor (Allegro molto)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 11 in B Major (Vivace)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 12 in G-Sharp Minor (Presto)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 13 in F-Sharp Major (Lento)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 14 in E-Flat Minor (Allegro)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 15 in D-Flat Major (Sostenuto)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 16 in B-Flat Minor (Presto con fuoco)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 17 in A-Flat Major (Allegretto)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 18 in F Minor (Allegro molto)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 19 in E-Flat Major (Vivace)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 20 in C Minor (Largo)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 21 in B-Flat Major (Cantabile)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 22 in G Minor (Molto agitato)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 23 in F Major (Moderato)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner
24 Preludes, Op. 28: No. 24 in D Minor (Allegro appassionato)Frédéric Chopin, Nelson Goerner