Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical music with Wilhelm Kempff's "Arrangements or Transfigurations." Released on March 1, 2017, under the Praga Digitals label, this album is a masterful blend of classical piano, chamber music, and orchestral arrangements that showcase Kempff's virtuosity and artistic versatility.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes, the album features a diverse range of compositions, including works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johannes Brahms, and Leoš Janáček. Kempff's interpretations are not merely copies but adaptations and transfigurations, offering fresh perspectives on these timeless pieces.
The album opens with selections from Bach's "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Vol I," showcasing Kempff's delicate touch and profound understanding of Baroque music. It then transitions into Mozart's "Six Preludes and Fugues for Violin, Viola and Cello," arranged for piano, demonstrating Kempff's ability to adapt chamber music for solo performance.
Brahms' "Piano Quartet in G Minor No. 1, Op. 25" is presented in both its original form and an orchestrated version by Arnold Schönberg, highlighting the interplay between piano and strings. The album also includes Janáček's "Three Pieces for String Quartet," transcribed for string quartet by Kryštof Mařatka, and his "Mládí, Suite for Wind Sextet," also transcribed for string quartet by Mařatka.
Kempff's own compositions, such as "Four Etudes for Orchestra," are included, showcasing his unique voice as a composer. The album is a testament to Kempff's musical genius, offering a rich and varied listening experience that is sure to delight classical music enthusiasts.
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