Michelangeli Plays Chopin – Sonata in B flat minor, Andante spianato et Grande polonaise brillante and more | DVD

UPC: 809478009405

Product Features

• Performer: Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli (Piano)
• Works:Recording Venue: RAI, Turin, 1962
  • Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849):
    • Sonata in B flat minor, Op. 35
    • Ballade in G minor, Op. 23
    • Andante spianato et Grande polonaise brillante, Op. 22
    • Fantasia, Op. 49
    • Waltz in A flat, Op. 69 No. 1 (L’adieu)
    • Waltz in A flat, Op. 34 No. 1
    • Waltz in E flat (Op. post.)
    • Scherzo No. 2 in B flat minor, Op. 31
    • Mazurka in A minor, Op. 68 No. 2
    • Mazurka in B minor, Op. 33 No. 4
    • Mazurka in D flat, Op. 30 No. 3
    • Berceuse in D flat, Op. 57
• DVD Format: NTSC, All Regions
• Sound Format: LPCM Mono
• Picture Format: 4:3
• Running Time: Approx. 85 minutes

Overview

This remarkable 1962 recording from RAI in Turin captures the legendary Italian pianist Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli performing some of the finest works by Frédéric Chopin. At the height of his powers, Michelangeli delivers performances of Chopin's Sonata in B flat minor, Op. 35 and Andante spianato et Grande polonaise brillante, Op. 22, among other celebrated compositions. Known for his technical precision and expressive clarity, Michelangeli's interpretations of these works are among the most revered in the piano repertoire.

In this live recording, newly restored and re-mastered, Michelangeli’s extraordinary control and poetic sensitivity are showcased in a program that includes virtuosic waltzes, mazurkas, and the beloved Scherzo No. 2 in B flat minor. His deeply nuanced interpretations reveal the emotional complexity and brilliance of Chopin's compositions. This rare footage provides a unique opportunity to witness one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century in an unforgettable performance.

Interesting Facts

• Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli is celebrated for his peerless technical accuracy and profound interpretations, often described as one of the most exacting pianists of his generation.
• The Sonata in B flat minor, Op. 35, famously contains the Marche funèbre (Funeral March), one of Chopin's most recognizable and haunting themes.
• The Andante spianato et Grande polonaise brillante, Op. 22, is a combination of lyrical piano writing with a grand, triumphant polonaise that has become a concert favorite.
• This 1962 performance was part of a rare series of television broadcasts by RAI, making this DVD an invaluable document of Michelangeli’s artistry.
• Michelangeli’s meticulous attention to tone and touch has earned him a reputation as a perfectionist, making his performances not only technically flawless but emotionally profound.

Track Listing

1. Frédéric Chopin:
   • Sonata in B flat minor, Op. 35
   • Ballade in G minor, Op. 23
   • Andante spianato et Grande polonaise brillante, Op. 22
   • Fantasia, Op. 49
   • Waltz in A flat (L’adieu), Op. 69 No. 1
   • Waltz in A flat, Op. 34 No. 1
   • Waltz in E flat (Op. post.)
   • Scherzo No. 2 in B flat minor, Op. 31
   • Mazurka in A minor, Op. 68 No. 2
   • Mazurka in B minor, Op. 33 No. 4
   • Mazurka in D flat, Op. 30 No. 3
   • Berceuse in D flat, Op. 57

Publishers

• Label: Opus Arte
• Release Year: 2006 (Original recording 1962)

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