Immerse yourself in the masterful artistry of Sir Clifford Curzon with the "Clifford Curzon Edition: Complete Recordings," a comprehensive collection of his extraordinary piano performances. This expansive 213-track album, released in 2012, spans an impressive 7 hours and 48 minutes, offering a deep dive into the world of classical piano as interpreted by one of its most revered virtuosos.
Sir Clifford Curzon, knighted in 1977 and awarded the Gold Medal of the Royal Philharmonic Society in 1980, is celebrated for his profound musical insights and technical brilliance. This collection, remastered in 2012, features a wide array of compositions from some of the most iconic names in classical music, including Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninov. From the grand scales of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, "Emperor," to the delicate nuances of Chopin's Impromptus, each piece is performed with unparalleled precision and emotional depth.
The album showcases Curzon's versatility and mastery across various genres and styles within the classical piano repertoire. Whether it's the lyrical beauty of Mozart's Piano Concertos or the virtuosic demands of Liszt's "Fantasy in C Major," Curzon's performances are marked by a rare combination of technical virtuosity and expressive sensitivity.
Recorded with the Decca Music Group Ltd., this collection is a testament to Curzon's enduring legacy and his significant contributions to the world of classical music. The "Clifford Curzon Edition: Complete Recordings" is not just a compilation of performances but a treasure trove of musical excellence, capturing the essence of a true piano maestro.
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E flat major Op. 73 -: 1. Allegro - Remastered 2012Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Philharmonic Orchestra, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E flat major Op. 73 -: 2. Adagio un poco mosso - Remastered 2012Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Philharmonic Orchestra, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 5 in E flat major Op. 73 -: 3. Rondo (Allegro) - Remastered 2012Ludwig van Beethoven, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Philharmonic Orchestra, George Szell
Piano Concerto No.1 in B flat minor, Op.23: 1. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spirito - Remastered 2012Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sir Clifford Curzon, The New Symphony Orchestra Of London, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 1 In B Flat Minor, Op. 23, TH.55: 2. Andantino semplice - Prestissimo - Tempo I - Remastered 2012Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sir Clifford Curzon, The New Symphony Orchestra Of London, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 1 In B Flat Minor, Op. 23, TH.55: 3. Allegro con fuoco - Remastered 2012Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sir Clifford Curzon, The New Symphony Orchestra Of London, George Szell
4 Impromptus Op. 142, D.935: No. 1 in F minor: Allegro moderatoFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
4 Impromptus Op. 142, D.935: No. 2 in A flat: AllegrettoFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
4 Impromptus, Op. 142, D. 935: No. 3 in B-Flat Major: Theme (Andante) with VariationsFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
4 Impromptus Op. 142, D.935: No. 4 in F minor: Allegro scherzandoFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D, D.850: 1. Allegro vivaceFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D, D.850: 2. Con motoFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D, D.850: 3. Scherzo (Allegro vivace)Franz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
Piano Sonata No. 17 in D, D.850: 4. Rondo (Allegro moderato)Franz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: 2. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: 3. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 27 in B-Flat Major, K. 595: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 27 in B-Flat Major, K. 595: 2. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, George Szell
Piano Concerto No. 27 in B-Flat Major, K. 595: 3. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, George Szell
Variations symphoniquesCésar Franck, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Concerto Symphonique No. 4 in D Minor, Op. 102: II. ScherzoHenry Litolff, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Nights in the Gardens of Spain: 1. En el generalifeManuel de Falla, Sir Clifford Curzon, The New Symphony Orchestra Of London, Enrique Jorda
Nights in the Gardens of Spain: 2. Danza lejanaManuel de Falla, Sir Clifford Curzon, The New Symphony Orchestra Of London, Enrique Jorda
Nights in the Gardens of Spain: 3. En los jardines de la Sierra de CórdobaManuel de Falla, Sir Clifford Curzon, The New Symphony Orchestra Of London, Enrique Jorda
Piano Concerto No. 2: 1. Allegro piacevoleAlan Rawsthorne, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Piano Concerto No. 2: 2. Allegro moltoAlan Rawsthorne, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Piano Concerto No. 2: 3. IntermezzoAlan Rawsthorne, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Piano Concerto No. 2: 4. AllegroAlan Rawsthorne, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Fantasy in C Major "Wanderer" - Arr. Liszt for Piano & Orchestra: 1. Allegro con fuocoFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon, Queens Hall Orchestra, Sir Henry Wood
Fantasy in C Major "Wanderer" - Arr. Liszt for Piano & Orchestra: 2. AdagioFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon, Queens Hall Orchestra, Sir Henry Wood
Fantasy in C Major "Wanderer" - Arr. Liszt for Piano & Orchestra: 3. PrestoFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon, Queens Hall Orchestra, Sir Henry Wood
Fantasy in C Major "Wanderer" - Arr. Liszt for Piano & Orchestra: 4. AllegroFranz Schubert, Sir Clifford Curzon, Queens Hall Orchestra, Sir Henry Wood
Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, K.478: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Amadeus Quartet
Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, K.478: 2. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Amadeus Quartet
Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, K.478: 3. Rondo (Allegro moderato)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Amadeus Quartet
Piano Quartet No. 2 in E flat, K.493: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Amadeus Quartet
Piano Quartet No. 2 in E flat, K.493: 2. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Amadeus Quartet
Piano Quartet No. 2 in E flat, K.493: 3. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, Amadeus Quartet
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A, K.488: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, National Symphony Orchestra, Boyd Neel
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A, K.488: 2. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, National Symphony Orchestra, Boyd Neel
Piano Concerto No. 23 in A, K.488: 3. Allegro assaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Sir Clifford Curzon, National Symphony Orchestra, Boyd Neel
Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15: 1. Maestoso - Poco più moderatoJohannes Brahms, Sir Clifford Curzon, National Symphony Orchestra, Enrique Jorda
Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15: 2. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Sir Clifford Curzon, National Symphony Orchestra, Enrique Jorda
Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15: 3. Rondo (Allegro non troppo)Johannes Brahms, Sir Clifford Curzon, National Symphony Orchestra, Enrique Jorda
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23, TH 55: 1. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spiritoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23, TH 55: 2. Andantino semplice - Prestissimo - Tempo IPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23, TH 55: 3. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sir Clifford Curzon, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, Sir Clifford Curzon, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
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