Immerse yourself in the exquisite artistry of András Schiff with his upcoming album, "Schiff plays Beethoven & Bach," set to release on April 5, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label. This captivating collection of classical piano masterpieces showcases Schiff's profound musicality and technical brilliance, offering a journey through the timeless compositions of Ludwig van Beethoven and Johann Sebastian Bach.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of works, including Beethoven's iconic "Diabelli Variations, Op. 120" performed on a Bechstein Piano, and a series of his celebrated piano sonatas, such as the "Moonlight Sonata" and the "Pastoral Sonata." Schiff's interpretations are renowned for their clarity, nuance, and emotional depth, making this a truly unforgettable listening experience.
In addition to Beethoven's works, the album also includes a selection of Bach's intricate and beautiful compositions, such as the "Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992" and a series of inventive pieces that highlight Schiff's versatility and mastery of the keyboard.
Recorded live at prestigious venues like the Tonhalle Zürich and the Reitstadel Neumarkt, the album captures the essence of Schiff's live performances, bringing the listener closer to the intimate and powerful connection he creates with his audience. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this album is a testament to Schiff's enduring legacy as one of the most respected and admired pianists of our time.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Schiff plays Beethoven & Bach" promises to be a highlight of your music collection. Prepare to be enchanted by the sublime beauty and technical virtuosity of these timeless works, as interpreted by one of the greatest pianists of our era.
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Theme. Vivace - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 1. Alla marcia maestoso - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 2. Poco allegro - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 3. L'istesso tempo - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 4. Un poco più vivace - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 5. Allegro vivace - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 6. Allegro ma non troppo e serioso - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 7. Un poco più allegro - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 8. Poco vivace - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 9. Allegro pesante e risoluto - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 10. Presto - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 11. Allegretto - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 12. Un poco più moto - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 13. Vivace - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 15. Presto scherzando - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 16. Allegro - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 17. Allegro - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 18. Poco moderato - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 19. Presto - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 20. Andante - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 21. Allegro con brio – Meno allegro – Tempo I - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 22. Allegro molto, alla "Notte e giorno faticar" di Mozart - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Diabelli Variations, Op. 120: Var. 23. Allegro assai - Bechstein PianoLudwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-Flat Major, Op. 26 "Funeral March": II. Scherzo. Allegro molto - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2005Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 13 in E-Flat Major, Op. 27 No. 1 "Quasi una fantasia": II. Allegro molto e vivace - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2005Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 13 in E-Flat Major, Op. 27 No. 1 "Quasi una fantasia": III. Adagio con espressione - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2005Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight Sonata": II. Allegretto - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2005Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 28 "Pastoral": III. Scherzo. Allegro vivace - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2005Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79 "Cuckoo": II. Andante - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2006Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 25 in G Major, Op. 79 "Cuckoo": III. Vivace - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2006Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 28 in A Major, Op. 101: III. Langsam und sehnsuchtsvoll. Adagio ma non troppo, con affetto - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2006Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-Flat Major, Op. 106 "Hammerklavier": II. Scherzo. Assai vivace – Presto - Live at Tonhalle Zürich, 2006Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109: II. Prestissimo - Live at Reitstadel, Neumarkt, 2006Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Piano Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat Major, Op. 110: II. Allegro molto - Live at Reitstadel, Neumarkt, 2006Ludwig van Beethoven, András Schiff
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": I. Arioso. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": II. [Andante]Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": III. AdagissimoJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": IV. [Andante con moto]Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": V. Aria di PostiglioneJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Capriccio in B-Flat Major, BWV 992 "On the Departure of His Beloved Brother": VI. Fuga all'imitazione di postaJohann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 1 in C Major, BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 773Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 3 in D Major, BWV 774Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 4 in D Minor, BWV 775Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 5 in E-Flat Major, BWV 776Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 7 in E Minor, BWV 778Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 8 in F Major, BWV 779Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 9 in F Minor, BWV 780Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 10 in G Major, BWV 781Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff
Invention No. 11 in G Minor, BWV 782Johann Sebastian Bach, András Schiff