Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Earl Wild with the comprehensive collection "Earl Wild: Complete Piano Music." Released on November 30, 2022, under the Brilliant Classics label, this album spans over three hours and fifteen minutes of captivating classical piano music. Earl Wild, renowned for his virtuosity and innovative transcriptions, presents a diverse array of compositions that showcase his technical brilliance and artistic depth.
The album features a rich tapestry of pieces, including transcriptions of well-known works by other composers, such as the Adagio from Oboe Concerto in D Minor and the Larghetto from Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor. Wild's own compositions, like the Piano Sonata 2000 and the Seven Virtuoso Etudes, demonstrate his unique voice and mastery of the piano. Additionally, the album includes enchanting arrangements of popular tunes and classical favorites, such as "Someone to Watch over Me" and "Porgy and Bess."
Earl Wild's interpretations are marked by their technical precision, expressive depth, and imaginative flair. Whether he is performing his own works or reimagining pieces by other composers, Wild's playing is always engaging and full of character. This collection is a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the most accomplished and versatile pianists of the 20th century.
"Earl Wild: Complete Piano Music" is a must-listen for fans of classical piano music and anyone seeking to explore the rich repertoire of this remarkable artist. The album offers a comprehensive overview of Wild's contributions to the piano literature, making it an essential addition to any classical music collection.
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Tracks
Adagio from Oboe Concverto in D Minor - Transcriped by Earl WildEarl Wild, Alessandro Marcello, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Hommage À Poulenc - Transcriped by Earl WildEarl Wild, Johann Sebastian Bach, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Larghetto from Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 21 - Transcriped by Earl WildEarl Wild, Frédéric Chopin, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Improvisation on "Après un rève" - Transcriped by Earl WildEarl Wild, Gabriel Fauré, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Piano Sonata 2000: I. Allegro (March)Earl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Piano Sonata 2000: II. AdagioEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Piano Sonata 2000: III. Toccata (A La Ricky Martin)Earl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Improvisation in the Form of a Theme and Three Variations on "Someone to Watch over Me"Earl Wild, George Gershwin, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Seven Virtuoso Etudes: I. LizaEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Seven Virtuoso Etudes: II. Somebody Loves MeEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Seven Virtuoso Etudes: III. The Man I LoveEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Seven Virtuoso Etudes: IV. Embraceable YouEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Seven Virtuoso Etudes: V. Lady Be GoodEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Seven Virtuoso Etudes: VI. I Got RhythmEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Seven Virtuoso Etudes: VII. Fascinatin RhythmEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Dreams, Op. 38 No. 5Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Where Beauty Dwells, Op. 21 No. 7 - How Fair This SpotEarl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
O, Cease Thy Singing (Oh Never Sing to Me Again), Op. 4 No. 4Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Sorrow in Springtime, Op. 21 No. 12Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
The Little Island, Op. 14 No. 2Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
The Muse, Op. 34 No. 1Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Midsummer Night, Op. 14 No. 5Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
To the Children, Op. 26 No. 7Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Do Not Grieve, Op. 14 No. 8Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
In the Silent Night, Op. 4 No. 3Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Harvest of Sorrow, Op. 4 No. 5Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
On the Death of a Linnet, Op. 21 No. 8Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Vocalise, Op. 34 No. 14Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Floods of Spring, Op. 14 No. 11Earl Wild, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Reminiscences of Snow White: I. Whistle While You Work. I'm Wishing. One Song. Heigh-Ho. Someday My Prince Will Come (Arranged by Earl Wild)Frank Churchill, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Fantasy on Porgy and Bess: I. Introduction - Jasbo Brown Blues. Summertime. Oh, I Can't Sit Down. My Man's Gone Now. I Got Plenty o'nuttin (Arranged by Earl Wild)George Gershwin, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Le rouet d'omphale in A Major, Op. 31 (Arranged by Earl Wild)Camille Saint-Saëns, Earl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Air and Variations - The Harmonious Blacksmith (Arranged by Earl Wild)George Frideric Handel, Earl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Dance of the Four Swans from Swan Lake (Arranged by Earl Wild)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Earl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
At the Ball No. 3, Op. 38 (Arranged by Earl Wild)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Earl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta
Jarabe Tapatio: Mexican Hat DanceEarl Wild, Giovanni Doria Miglietta