Berühmte Pianisten Um Die Jahrhundertwende / Musikalische Dokumente 1905-1913 / Telefunken LP

HT 32

Eugen D'Albert, Franz Xaver Scharwenka, Emil Sauer, Ferruccio Busoni, Theodor Leschetizky, Frédéric Lamond

Product Features

• Label: Telefunken – HT 32
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
• Country: Germany
• Genre: Classical

Overview

"Berühmte Pianisten Um Die Jahrhundertwende" is a unique compilation of classical piano performances by renowned pianists from the early 20th century. This album features Eugen D'Albert, Franz Xaver Scharwenka, Emil Sauer, Ferruccio Busoni, Theodor Leschetizky, and Frédéric Lamond, each interpreting works by Beethoven, Schubert, Liszt, Chopin, and Johann Strauss. This historical recording is a testament to the musical genius of these pianists and offers a glimpse into the interpretive styles of the era.

Interesting Facts

• Historical Significance: This album is part of the "Musikalische Dokumente 1905-1913" series, which documents the performances of famous composers and pianists from the early 20th century.
• Pianistic Mastery: The album showcases the technical and artistic prowess of each pianist, offering a diverse selection of classical pieces that highlight their individual styles.
• Telefunken Label: Telefunken was a prominent record label known for its high-quality recordings, and this album is a prime example of their commitment to capturing the essence of classical music.

Track Listing

• Side A:
  • A1. Rondo G-dur Op. 51 Nr. 2 (Beethoven)
    • Piano: Eugen D'Albert
  • A2. Impromptu à L'Hongroise (Schubert)
    • Piano: Franz Xaver Scharwenka
  • A3. Soirée de Vienne Nr. 6 A-moll (Schubert-Liszt)
    • Piano: Teresa Carreño
  • A4. Mazeppa (Etude D'exécution Transcendante Nr. 4) (Liszt)
    • Piano: Emil Sauer
• Side B:
  • B1. La Campanella (3. Paganini-Etüde) (Liszt)
    • Piano: Ferruccio Busoni
  • B2. Trauermarsch (3. Satz A. D. Sonate Nr. 2 G-moll), Op. 36 (Chopin)
    • Piano: Frédéric Lamond
  • B3. Nocturne Des-dur, Op. 27 Nr. 2 (Chopin)
    • Piano: Theodor Leschetizky
  • B4. Frühlingsstimmen-Walzer (Joh. Strauß-Grünfeld)
    • Piano: Alfred Grünfeld

Key Credits

• Piano: Eugen D'Albert, Franz Xaver Scharwenka, Emil Sauer, Ferruccio Busoni, Theodor Leschetizky, Frédéric Lamond
• Label: Telefunken – HT 32

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