Emil Gilels, a name synonymous with pianistic brilliance, is celebrated in this remarkable anthology, "Emil Gilels 100: Essential," released by JSC "Firma Melodiya" in 2016. This collection is a testament to Gilels' enduring legacy, marking the centenary of his birth in 1916. Spanning over five hours, this comprehensive album is a treasure trove of classical piano masterpieces, showcasing Gilels' unparalleled artistry and technical prowess.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the intricate and virtuosic "Grandes Etudes de Paganini" by Franz Liszt to the delicate and evocative "Pavane pour une infante défunte" by Maurice Ravel. Gilels' interpretations are nothing short of transcendent, each piece performed with a depth of emotion and precision that has made him one of the most revered pianists of the 20th century.
Highlights include his renditions of Chopin's "Nocturnes," the dramatic "Piano Concerto No. 2" by Camille Saint-Saëns, and the iconic "Piano Sonata No. 14 'Moonlight'" by Beethoven. Each track is a masterclass in piano performance, demonstrating Gilels' ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of each composition.
This album is not just a collection of performances; it is a historical document, capturing the essence of a musical giant. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Emil Gilels 100: Essential" offers an unforgettable journey through the world of classical piano, as interpreted by one of its greatest exponents.
Fantasy on Two Themes from Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro", BV B66Franz Liszt, Ferruccio Busoni, Emil Gilels
Suite No. 1 in G Minor: VI. Giga (Arr. Leopold Godowsky)Jean-Baptiste Loeillet, Emil Gilels
Pastourelle, FP 45bFrancis Poulenc, Emil Gilels
Nocturnes, L. 91: No. 2, Fêtes (Arr. Leonard Borwick)Claude Debussy, Emil Gilels
Grandes Etudes de Paganini, S. 141: V. The HuntFranz Liszt, Emil Gilels
Hungarian Dances, Book 1, WoO 1: No. 1 in G MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
Ballade No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 23Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
Song Without Words, Op. 38: VI. Andante con motoFelix Mendelssohn, Emil Gilels
Incidental Music for "A Midsummer Night’s Dream ", Op. 61: II. Scherzo (Arr. Sergei Rachmaninoff)Felix Mendelssohn, Emil Gilels
Hungarian Rhapsody, S. 244: No. 6 in D-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, Emil Gilels
Pastorale and Capriccio on Motives of Domenico Scarlatti’s Sonatas in D Minor, K. 9, and in E Major, K. 20Carl Tausig, Emil Gilels
Études-Tableaux, Op. 39: No. 5 in E-Flat MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, Emil Gilels
Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46César Franck, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Andante spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22Frédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: I. Andante sostenutoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: II. Allegro scherzandoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: III. PrestoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emil Gilels, Karl Eliasberg, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Grandes Etudes de Paganini, S. 141: III. La CampanellaFranz Liszt, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: I. Allegro con fuocoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: II. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: III. Scherzo - Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 80: IV. Allegro vivoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: Russian Dance (Arr. Igor Stravinsky)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: The Petrushka's Room (Arr. Igor Stravinsky)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: The Moor's Room (Arr. Theodor Szanto)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: Dance of the Ballerina (Arr. Theodor Szanto)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Petrushka: The Shrovetide Fair (Arr. Igor Stravinsky)Igor Stravinsky, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-Flat Major, Op. 84: I. Andante dolceSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-Flat Major, Op. 84: II. Andante sognandoSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-Flat Major, Op. 84: III. VivaceSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathetique": I. Grave - Allegro di molto e con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathetique": II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathetique": III. Rondo - AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": II. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": III. Presto agitatoLudwig van Beethoven, Emil Gilels
4 Impromptus, Op. posth. 142, D. 935: No. 1 in F minorFranz Schubert, Emil Gilels
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19Maurice Ravel, Emil Gilels
Jeux d`eau, M. 30Maurice Ravel, Emil Gilels
Forgotten Melodies, Op. 38: I. Sonata-ReminiscenzaNikolai Medtner, Emil Gilels
3 Nouvelles Etudes, B. 130: No. 2 in A-Flat MajorFrédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 2 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, Emil Gilels
The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33ter: II. ScherzoSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
The Love for Three Oranges, Op. 33ter: I. MarchSergei Prokofiev, Emil Gilels
Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35, Book IJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: I. Capriccio in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: II. Intermezzo in A MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: III. Capriccio in G MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: IV. Intermezzo in E MajorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
7 Fantasien, Op. 116: V. Intermezzo in E MinorJohannes Brahms, Emil Gilels
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