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    Sviatoslav Richter: Titan of the Piano

    Sviatoslav RichterSviatoslav Richter
    Sviatoslav Richter: Titan of the Piano - Sviatoslav Richter

    Album Description

    Immerse yourself in the legendary artistry of Sviatoslav Richter with this monumental 52-track collection, "Sviatoslav Richter: Titan of the Piano." Spanning nearly five hours, this Warner Classics release is a testament to Richter's unparalleled virtuosity and profound musical insight. Recorded across various live performances and studio sessions, the album showcases Richter's extraordinary range and technical brilliance, from the delicate intricacies of Bach's piano concertos to the stormy passions of Beethoven's sonatas.

    Richter's interpretations are nothing short of revelatory, each piece imbued with his unique voice and deep understanding of the composers' intentions. The album features iconic works by Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Prokofiev, and more, each performance a masterclass in pianism. Highlights include Richter's electrifying rendition of Beethoven's "Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 No. 2 'The Tempest'," his tender and nuanced playing of Schubert's "Piano Sonata No. 13 in A Major, Op. Posth. 120, D. 664," and his breathtaking performance of Prokofiev's "Piano Concerto No. 5 in G Major, Op. 55."

    This comprehensive collection is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts and pianists alike, offering a rare opportunity to experience the full breadth of Richter's genius. Whether you're a seasoned concertgoer or a curious newcomer to the world of classical piano, this album is an essential addition to your collection. Prepare to be captivated by the sheer power, precision, and poetry of Sviatoslav Richter's playing.

    A Warner Classics release, © 2025 Parlophone Records LimitedA Warner Classics release, ℗ 2025 Parlophone Records Limited

    Tracks

    1. Handel: Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 428: I. PreludeGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    2. Schumann: Faschingsschwank aus Wien, Op. 26: No. 4, Intermezzo. Mit grösster EnergieRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
    3. Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1054: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Yuri Bashmet, Sviatoslav Richter, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
    4. Schubert: Fantasy in C Major, Op. 15, D. 760 "Wanderer-Fantasy": III. PrestoFranz Schubert, Sviatoslav Richter
    5. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
    6. Schumann: Papillons, Op. 2: No. 10, Waltz in B-Flat MinorRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
    7. Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
    8. Mozart / Arr. Grieg for Two Pianos: Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Sviatoslav Richter
    9. Handel: Keyboard Suite in F Minor, HWV 433: V. GigueGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    10. Schumann: Papillons, Op. 2: No. 13, Finale in D MajorRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
    11. Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 7 in G Minor, BWV 1058: I. —Johann Sebastian Bach, Yuri Bashmet, Sviatoslav Richter, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
    12. Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 5 in G Major, Op. 55: V. VivoSergei Prokofiev, Sviatoslav Richter, London Symphony Orchestra, Lorin Maazel
    13. Handel: Harpsichord Suite No. 5 in E Major, HWV 430: I. PreludeGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    14. Mozart: Violin Sonata No. 31 in C Major, K. 404: II. Allegretto (Live, Grange de la Besnardière, 1974)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
    15. Schumann: Faschingsschwank aus Wien, Op. 26: No. 2, Romanze. Ziemlich langsamRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
    16. Schumann: Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: IV. Rondo. PrestoRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
    17. Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 5 in G Major, Op. 55: I. Allegro con brioSergei Prokofiev, Sviatoslav Richter, London Symphony Orchestra, Lorin Maazel
    18. Handel: Harpsichord Suite No. 5 in E Major, HWV 430: III. CouranteGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    19. Mozart: Violin Sonata No. 26 in B-Flat Major, K. 378: III. Rondo. Allegro (Live, Grange de la Besnardière, 1974)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
    20. Schubert: Fantasie in C Major, Op. 15, D. 760 "Wanderer-Fantasie": I. Allegro con fuoco ma non troppoFranz Schubert, Sviatoslav Richter
    21. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
    22. Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1054: II. Adagio e piano sempreJohann Sebastian Bach, Yuri Bashmet, Sviatoslav Richter, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
    23. Handel: Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 428: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    24. Schumann: Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: I. So rasch wie möglichRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
    25. Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 13 in A Major, Op. Posth. 120, D. 664: III. AllegroFranz Schubert, Sviatoslav Richter
    26. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 No. 2 "The Tempest": III. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
    27. Handel: Keyboard Suite in F Major, HWV 427: IV. Fugue. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    28. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: IV. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
    29. Schumann: Fantasie in C Major, Op. 17: II. Mässig, durchaus energisch - Etwas bewegter - Viel bewegterRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
    30. Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": IV. Tema con variazione. AndantinoFranz Schubert, Borodin Quartet, Sviatoslav Richter, Georg Hortnagel
    31. Dvořák: Piano Concerto in G Minor, Op. 33, B. 63: II. Andante sostenutoAntonín Dvořák, Sviatoslav Richter, Carlos Kleiber, Bavarian State Orchestra
    32. Handel: Keyboard Suite in G Major, HWV 441: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    33. Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: II. Allegro appassionatoJohannes Brahms, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
    34. Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra
    35. Handel: Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 428: VI. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    36. Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major, K. 503: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Yuri Bashmet, Sviatoslav Richter, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
    37. Beethoven: Andante favori in F Major, WoO 57Ludwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
    38. Handel: Keyboard Suite in E Major, HWV 430: IV. Air and Variations "The Harmonious Blacksmith"George Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    39. Brahms: 15 Romances from Tieck's "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 5, So willst du des ArmenJohannes Brahms, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Sviatoslav Richter
    40. Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 2, Sz. 95: III. Allegro moltoBéla Bartók, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
    41. Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 23: I. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
    42. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 7 in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3: II. Largo e mestoLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
    43. Handel: Keyboard Suite in G Major, HWV 441: VI. GavottaGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
    44. Brahms: 15 Romances from Tieck's "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 2, Traun! Bogen und Pfeil sind gutJohannes Brahms, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Sviatoslav Richter
    45. Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: IV. Allegretto graziosoJohannes Brahms, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
    46. Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
    47. Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Allegro vivaceRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter, Lovro Von Matacic, Orchestre National de l'Opéra de Monte-Carlo
    48. Mozart: Violin Sonata No. 23 in D Major, K. 306: I. Allegro con spirito (Live, Grange de la Besnardière, 1974)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
    49. Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: I. Allegro molto moderatoEdvard Grieg, Sviatoslav Richter, Lovro Von Matacic, Orchestre National de l'Opéra de Monte-Carlo
    50. Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 2, Sz. 95: I. AllegroBéla Bartók, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
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    About Sviatoslav Richter

    Sviatoslav Richter, born in Zhitomir, Ukraine, in 1915, was a titan of the classical piano world, renowned for his profound interpretations, virtuoso technique, and an astonishingly vast repertoire. Often hailed as one of the greatest pianists of all time, Richter's performances were characterised by their defiance, unstoppable momentum, and incredible diversity of tone. His deep connection to the music he played was evident in every performance, making him a beloved figure among classical music enthusiasts. Richter's discography is a testament to his artistic flair, with notable recordings of works by Tchaikovsky and Mussorgsky, among many others. Despite his dislike for flying, Richter's extensive tours took him across the globe, leaving an indelible mark on the classical music landscape. His legacy continues to inspire and uplift, offering unique insights into the music that challenged and inspired him throughout his illustrious career.

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