Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Frédéric Chopin's masterful compositions with this captivating album, released on January 1, 2010, by The Fryderyk Chopin Institute. This collection showcases Chopin's virtuosic prowess and deep emotional resonance, featuring a blend of his renowned sonatas and enchanting mazurkas.
The album opens with Chopin's powerful Sonata in C Minor, Op. 4, a four-movement masterpiece that demonstrates the composer's ability to convey a range of emotions through his music. Following this, the album delves into the Trois Nouvelles Etudes from "Méthode des Méthodes," offering a glimpse into Chopin's pedagogical side while still delivering captivating performances.
The heart of the album lies in the mazurkas, a series of short piano pieces inspired by Polish folk dances. These mazurkas, drawn from various opus numbers, exhibit Chopin's signature melodic grace and rhythmic complexity. Each piece is a miniature gem, showcasing the composer's ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia, longing, and joy through his music.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Chopin's genius, perfect for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and those new to the world of Frédéric Chopin. The album's elegant packaging and high-quality recording ensure that every note is heard with clarity and precision, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty of Chopin's compositions.
2010 Narodowy Instytut Fryderyka Chopina / The Fryderyk Chopin Institute2010 Narodowy Instytut Fryderyka Chopina / The Fryderyk Chopin Institute
Tracks
Sonata in C Minor, Op. 4: I. Allegro maestosoFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Sonata in C Minor, Op. 4: II. Minuetto. AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Sonata in C Minor, Op. 4: III. LarghettoFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Sonata in C Minor, Op. 4: IV. Finale. PrestoFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Trois Nouvelles Etudes from "Méthode des Méthodes by Fétis and Moscheles", Dbop. 36: I. No.1 in F Minor: AndantinoFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Trois Nouvelles Etudes from "Méthode des Méthodes by Fétis and Moscheles", Dbop. 36: II. No.2 in D-Flat Major: AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Trois Nouvelles Etudes from "Méthode des Méthodes by Fétis and Moscheles", Dbop. 36: III. No.3 in A-Flat Major: AllegrettoFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 7Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.2 in A Minor, Op. 7Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.3 in F Minor, Op. 7Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.4 in A-Flat Major, Op. 7Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.5 in C Major, Op. 7Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.1 in B-Flat Major, Op. 17Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Contredanse in G-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.56 in B-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Cantabile in B-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.53 in G MajorFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.52 in B-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 6Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.2 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 6Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.3 in E Major, Op. 6Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.4 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 6Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.1 in E Minor, Op. 41Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.2 in B Major, Op. 41Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.3 in A-Flat Major, Op. 41Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka No.4 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 41Frédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
Mazurka in A Minor 'Notre Temps', Dbop. 42 BFrédéric Chopin, Ewa Pobłocka
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