Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Ignaz Friedman's original piano compositions with this exquisite album, released on Grand Piano in 2016. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, this collection showcases Friedman's mastery of the classical piano genre, offering a diverse array of pieces that highlight his unique artistic voice.
The album opens with the enchanting "6 Wiener Tänze nach Motiven von Eduard Gärtner," a suite of six dances that blend Viennese charm with Friedman's distinctive touch. Following this, the "4 Klavierstücke, Op. 27" presents a series of intimate and expressive piano pieces, each revealing a different facet of Friedman's compositional genius. The "Strophes, Op. 71" and "Stimmungen, Op. 79" further explore the depths of emotion and technical prowess, while the "4 Preludes for Piano, Op. 61" concludes the album with a series of contemplative and dynamic preludes.
Ignaz Friedman, a virtuoso pianist and composer, brings his profound musical insights to life in this collection. Known for his exceptional performances and transcriptions, Friedman's original compositions are a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of classical music. This album is a must-listen for enthusiasts of the genre, offering a profound and engaging experience that celebrates Friedman's artistic brilliance.
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Tracks
6 Wiener Tänze nach Motiven von Eduard Gärtner: No. 1, Tempo di valse lenteIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
6 Wiener Tänze nach Motiven von Eduard Gärtner: No. 2, Vivo e scioltoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
6 Wiener Tänze nach Motiven von Eduard Gärtner: No. 3, AllegrettoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
6 Wiener Tänze nach Motiven von Eduard Gärtner: No. 4, Langsamer WalzerIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
6 Wiener Tänze nach Motiven von Eduard Gärtner: No. 5, ModeratoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
6 Wiener Tänze nach Motiven von Eduard Gärtner: No. 6, Epilogue. ModeratoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Klavierstücke, Op. 27: No. 1, PrologIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Klavierstücke, Op. 27: No. 2, GeständnisIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Klavierstücke, Op. 27: No. 3, MazurkaIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Klavierstücke, Op. 27: No. 4, Im VolksonIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Strophes, Op. 71: No. 1, Non troppo mossoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Strophes, Op. 71: No. 2, Passionato ed agitatoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Strophes, Op. 71: No. 3, AndantinoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Strophes, Op. 71: No. 4, Andante mestoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Strophes, Op. 71: No. 5, Quasi allegro, con eleganzaIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 1, Poco mossoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 2, Vivace e volanteIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 3, Moderato, sempre largamenteIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 4, AndanteIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 5, ComodoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 6, Andante, pensierosoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 7, Grazioso e meno mossoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 8, AppassionatoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
Stimmungen, Op. 79: No. 9, Andante, con tristezzaIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Preludes for Piano, Op. 61: No. 1, PensierosoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Preludes for Piano, Op. 61: No. 2, Vivo e molto leggieroIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Preludes for Piano, Op. 61: No. 3, Con abandonoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz
4 Preludes for Piano, Op. 61: No. 4, Molto appassionato ed animatoIgnaz Friedman, Joseph Banowetz