Chopin: The Complete Preludes - Rafał Blechacz / Deutsche Grammophon recording debut by the 2005 Warsaw Chopin Competition winner. Includes the two Nocturnes op. 62 / Deutsche Grammophon Audio CD 2007 / 477 6592

UPC 028947765929

Product Details:

• Label: Deutsche Grammophon – 477 6592
• Format: CD, Digipak
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2007
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Romantic

Overview

This album marks the recording debut of Rafał Blechacz, the winner of the 2005 Warsaw Chopin Competition, offering a stunning performance of Chopin's complete 24 Préludes, Op. 28, and two Nocturnes, Op. 62. Known for his expressive interpretation and technical precision, Blechacz brings a fresh, insightful approach to Chopin's deeply emotional and virtuosic works. The 24 Preludes, with their wide range of moods and contrasts, are paired with the lyrical and introspective Nocturnes, showcasing Chopin's mastery of the piano. This recording is a must-have for classical piano enthusiasts, combining Blechacz's celebrated technique with Chopin's poetic genius.

Track Listing:

24 Préludes Op. 28

1. No. 1 In C Major. Agitato – 0:38
2. No. 2 In A Minor. Lento – 2:13
3. No. 3 In G Major. Vivace – 0:58
4. No. 4 In E Minor. Largo – 2:08
5. No. 5 In D Major. Molto Allegro – 0:35
6. No. 6 In B Minor. Lento Assai – 2:08
7. No. 7 In A Major. Andantino – 0:56
8. No. 8 In F Sharp Minor. Molto Agitato – 2:03
9. No. 9 In E Major. Largo – 1:38
10. No. 10 In C Sharp Minor. Molto Allegro – 0:33
11. No. 11 In B Major. Vivace – 0:42
12. No. 12 In G Sharp Minor. Presto – 1:17
13. No. 13 In F Sharp Major. Lento – 3:14
14. No. 14 In E Flat Minor. Allegro – 0:39
15. No. 15 In D Flat Major. Sostenuto – 4:55
16. No. 16 In B Flat Minor. Presto Con Fuoco – 1:10
17. No. 17 In A Flat Major. Allegretto – 3:16
18. No. 18 In F Minor. Molto Allegro – 0:57
19. No. 19 In E Flat Major. Vivace – 1:23
20. No. 20 In C Minor. Largo – 1:56
21. No. 21 In B Flat Major. Cantabile – 1:51
22. No. 22 In G Minor. Molto Agitato – 0:42
23. No. 23 In F Major. Moderato – 0:58
24. No. 24 In D Minor. Allegro Appassionato – 2:25

Préludes

1. Prélude In A Flat Major, Op. Posth. (Presto, Con Leggierezza) – 0:50
2. Prélude In C Sharp Minor, Op. 45 (Sostenuto) – 4:36

2 Nocturnes Op. 62

1. No. 1 In B Major. Andante – 7:34
2. No. 2 In E Major. Lento – 5:39

Key Credits:

• Piano: Rafał Blechacz
• Composed By: Frédéric Chopin
• Art Direction: Philipp Starke
• Coordinator: Burkhard Bartsch
• Recording Engineer: Mark Buecker
• Executive Producer: Christian Leins
• Photography: Felix Broede
• Piano Technician: Jan Kittel
• Producer: Arend Prohmann
• Liner Notes Editor: Daniel Fosquet