Géza Anda, Ferenc Fricsay - Bartók: Klavierkonzerte 1 - 3 = The Piano Concertos = Les Concertos Pour Piano - Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin / The Originals / Deutsche Grammophon Audio CD Stereo / 447 399-2

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Product Features

• Artists: Géza Anda (piano), Ferenc Fricsay (conductor), Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Label: Deutsche Grammophon
• Series: The Originals
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: Europe
• Released: N/A
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Modern

Overview

This stellar recording of Béla Bartók’s Piano Concertos 1-3 features the legendary Géza Anda on piano, accompanied by the Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin under the baton of Ferenc Fricsay. The three concertos, which represent some of Bartók’s most profound and innovative compositions for the piano, are beautifully brought to life in this performance. Anda’s technical mastery and emotional depth, combined with Fricsay’s precise conducting, offer a dynamic interpretation of these iconic works.

Interesting Facts

• These recordings, part of the The Originals series by Deutsche Grammophon, present the three piano concertos in their full, unabridged glory.
• Géza Anda was widely celebrated for his ability to blend technical virtuosity with deep musical insight, a quality that shines throughout the performances.
• Ferenc Fricsay, known for his meticulous approach to conducting, brings a sense of cohesion and lyrical beauty to the Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin’s accompaniment.
• The album's sound engineering captures the full range of dynamic contrasts, from the reflective passages to the explosive rhythmic sections.

Track Listing

Piano Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, BB 91

1. Allegro Moderato - Allegro – 9:14
2. Andante – 8:35
3. Allegro Molto – 7:13

Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Major, BB 101

1. Allegro – 9:50
2. Adagio – Presto – Adagio – 12:19
3. Allegro Molto – 6:12

Piano Concerto No. 3 in E Major, BB 127

1. Allegretto – 7:13
2. Allegro Religioso – 10:17
3. Allegro Vivace – 6:47

Key Credits

• Piano: Géza Anda
• Conductor: Ferenc Fricsay
• Orchestra: Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Producer: Hans Weber (tracks 7-9), Otto Gerdes
• Engineer: Günter Hermanns (tracks 1-3), Werner Wolf (tracks 4-9)
• Art Direction: Hartmut Pfeiffer
• Photography: Erich Auerbach, Siegfried Lauterwasser, Studio Legrand, Werner Neumeister