Description
The Demonic Liszt – The Earl Wild Collection (Audio CD)
Product Information
- Catalog Number: 08 4035-71
- UPC: 3351474035713
- Product Type: Audio CD – Classical Piano Collection
- Title: The Demonic Liszt – The Earl Wild Collection
- Artist: Earl Wild (Piano)
- Label: Vanguard Classics
- Release Year: 1991
- Total Playing Time: 55:03
Overview
Experience the virtuosity and dramatic intensity of piano music with "The Demonic Liszt – The Earl Wild Collection." This superb compilation features Earl Wild’s electrifying interpretations of some of the most thrilling works in the piano repertoire. From the infernal twists of the Mephisto Waltz and Mephisto Polka to the evocative reminiscences drawn from Gounod’s Faust, Mozart’s Don Juan, and Meyerbeer’s Robert le Diable (Valse Infernale Gnomenreigen), this collection is a tour de force of Romantic expressivity and technical brilliance.
Product Features
- Stellar Interpretations:
Earl Wild’s performances are marked by his exceptional technique and interpretative flair, breathing new life into Liszt’s demonic themes. - Diverse Repertoire:
The collection spans a range of dramatic works:- Mephisto Waltz – A masterpiece of dark, swirling intensity.
- Mephisto Polka – An exuberant and playful counterpart.
- Waltzes from Gounod's "Faust" – Rich, lyrical melodies that capture the opera’s tragic romance.
- Reminiscences of Don Juan (after Mozart) – A contemplative tribute to Mozart’s legacy.
- Reminiscences de Robert le Diable – Valse Infernale Gnomenreigen – A dazzling display of virtuosic pyrotechnics.
Recorded at Vanguard’s 23rd Street Studio in New York, NY, this CD boasts pristine sound quality achieved through 20-bit digital processing.- Expert Production:
Produced by Seymour Solomon and engineered by Ed Friedner, with art direction by Hal Wilson and photography by M.J. Quay.
Interesting Facts
- Iconic Collection:
This album captures Earl Wild at his artistic peak, delivering performances that are both technically brilliant and emotionally compelling. - Innovative Sound:
Utilizing advanced digital sound processing, the recording preserves the full dynamic range and intricate details of Wild’s interpretations. - Historic Release:
Released by Vanguard Classics in 1991, this collection remains a definitive statement in Romantic piano music and a must-have for classical music enthusiasts.
Track Listing
- Mephisto Waltz – 10:02
- Mephisto Polka – 2:49
- Waltzes from Gounod's "Faust" – 3:59
- Reminiscences of Don Juan (after Mozart) – 10:39
- Reminiscences de Robert le Diable – Valse Infernale Gnomenreigen – 17:04
- Additional Track – 10:10
(Please refer to the enclosed booklet for complete details.)
Publishers
Distributed by Vanguard Classics, marketed by a division of Arcade International, Groningenhaven IK, P.O. Box 1308, 3430 BH Nieuwegein, The Netherlands.
© 1991 Vanguard Classics. All rights reserved.
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