Dive into the enchanting world of Frédéric Chopin's solo piano masterpieces with Lang Lang's exquisite 2012 album, "Chopin: Etudes - Lang Lang." This captivating collection, released on Sony Classical, celebrates the 30th anniversary of the renowned Chinese pianist, Lang Lang, who brings his signature brilliance and technical prowess to this iconic repertoire. The album features a stunning array of Chopin's most beloved and technically demanding works, including the complete Études, Op. 25, a selection of his most popular Nocturnes, and other standout pieces like the "Grande Valse Brillante" and the "Minute Waltz."
Lang Lang's performance is a testament to his deep understanding and reverence for Chopin's music, showcasing his ability to navigate the intricate and virtuosic Études with both precision and poetic sensitivity. The album's 19 tracks, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, offer a comprehensive journey through Chopin's solo piano oeuvre, highlighting the composer's unparalleled melodic genius and harmonic innovation.
Recorded in a Berlin studio, this album captures Lang Lang's dynamic and expressive playing, providing a fresh and inspiring interpretation of Chopin's timeless compositions. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Chopin's music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire, showcasing the enduring beauty and technical brilliance of Chopin's piano works as interpreted by one of today's most celebrated pianists.
(P) 2012 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Études, Op. 25: No. 1 in A-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 2 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 3 in F MajorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 4 in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 5 in E MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 6 in G-Sharp MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 7 in C-Sharp MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 8 in D-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 9 in G-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 10 in B MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 11 in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Études, Op. 25: No. 12 in C MinorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Nocturne in E-Flat Major, Op. 55, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Nocturne Op. 15, No. 1 in F MajorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Grande Valse Brillante, Op. 18, No. 1 in E-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Andante spianato and Grande Polonaise, Op. 22: Andante spianatoFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Andante spianato and Grande Polonaise, Op. 22: Grande PolonaiseFrédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
Nocturne in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth., KK IVa, No. 16, B. 49Frédéric Chopin, Lang Lang
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