Dive into the rich musical heritage of York Bowen with "Complete 78 RPM Recordings," a meticulously curated collection released on November 1, 2008, by APR. This two-disc set is a treasure trove of chamber music, featuring 33 tracks that span a total duration of 2 hours and 1 minute. Bowen, a virtuoso pianist and composer, showcases his extraordinary talent through a diverse range of compositions, including piano concertos, sonatas, preludes, and more.
The album is a testament to Bowen's versatility and mastery, featuring works by legendary composers such as Beethoven, Chopin, and Debussy, alongside his own compositions. From the lively "Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58" by Beethoven to the delicate "Estampes" by Debussy, each piece is a showcase of Bowen's technical prowess and artistic sensitivity. His own works, such as "Fragments from Hans Andersen, Op. 58" and "The Way to Polden, Op. 76," add a personal touch to the collection, offering a glimpse into his unique musical vision.
This remastered collection, beautifully restored by Ward Marston, provides an unparalleled listening experience, allowing modern audiences to appreciate the timeless beauty of these recordings. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, "Complete 78 RPM Recordings" offers a captivating journey through the golden age of piano music.
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Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: I. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: III. Rondo. VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: VI. CapriccioJohann Sebastian Bach, York Bowen
Piano Sonata No. 13 in E-Flat Major, Op. 27 No. 1 "Quasi una fantasia"Ludwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 78 "À Thérèse": I. Adagio cantabile - Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 78 "À Thérèse": II. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Faschingsschwank aus Wien, Op. 2: I. Allegro. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, York Bowen
Années de pèlerinage I, Switzerland, S. 160: No. 7, EclogueFranz Liszt, York Bowen
24 Studien, Op. 70: No. 5, Allegretto agitato con passioneIgnaz Moscheles, York Bowen
Le ruisseauPeggy Cochrane, York Bowen
8 Piano Pieces, Op. 76: No. 2, Capriccio in B MinorJohannes Brahms, York Bowen
3 Fantaisies ou caprices, Op. 16: No. 2, Scherzo in E Minor, MWV U71Felix Mendelssohn, York Bowen
Étude mignonne in D Major, Op. 16 No. 1Eduard Schütt, York Bowen
Ballade No. 3 in A-Flat Major, Op. 47Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Scherzo No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 31Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Waltz in A-Flat Major, Op. 34 No. 1 "Valse brillante"Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Polonaise in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 26 No. 1Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Étude in E Minor, Op. 25 No. 5 "Wrong Note"Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 23 in F MajorFrédéric Chopin, York Bowen
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 20 in C MinorFrédéric Chopin, York Bowen
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 3 in G MajorFrédéric Chopin, York Bowen
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 5 in G Minor. Alla marciaSergei Rachmaninoff, York Bowen
Morceaux de fantaisie, Op. 3: No. 4, Polichinelle in F-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, York Bowen
Estampes, L. 100: No. 3, Jardins sous la pluieClaude Debussy, York Bowen
2 Arabesques, L. 66: No. 2 in G MajorClaude Debussy, York Bowen
5 Pieces: No. 3, London Bridge - AllegrettoHenry Balfour Gardiner, York Bowen
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