Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical piano music with Johann Nepomuk Hummel's "Complete Piano Sonatas." This meticulously crafted collection, released on Brilliant Classics in 2018, offers a comprehensive journey through Hummel's sonatas and other piano works, showcasing his mastery and innovation during the late Classical and early Romantic periods.
Spanning three discs and over two and a half hours of enchanting melodies, this album features Hummel's complete piano sonatas, including his renowned Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, Op. 106, and the delicate Fantasina in C Major, Op. 124. Each sonata is a testament to Hummel's virtuosic technique and emotional depth, with movements ranging from spirited allegros to introspective adagios.
Hummel, a contemporary of Beethoven and a student of Mozart, blends technical brilliance with lyrical elegance, creating a unique and captivating musical experience. His compositions, often overshadowed by his more famous peers, are finally given the spotlight they deserve in this definitive collection.
Recorded in the Studio of the Slovak National Radio in Bratislava, the performances are brought to life with exquisite clarity and precision, allowing you to appreciate every nuance of Hummel's compositions. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is an essential addition to your collection, offering a rich and rewarding exploration of Hummel's piano works.
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Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 1 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: I. Allegro spiritosoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 1 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: II. AdagioJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 1 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3: III. RondoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 38: I. Adagio maestoso - Allegro moderatoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 38: II. Adagio con molto espressioneJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 38: III. Finale. PrestissimoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Fantasina in C Major, Op. 124Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 13: I. Allegro con brioJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 13: II. Adagio con grand espressioneJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 13: III. Finale. Allegro con spiritJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 81: I. AllegroJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 81: II. Largo con molt' espressioneJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 81: III. VivaceJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 20: I. Allegro moderatoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 20: II. Adagio maestoso - attaccaJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, Op. 20: III. Presto - Ancor più prestoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, Op. 106: I. Allegro moderato ma risolutoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, Op. 106: II. Un scherzo all'antica. Allegro non troppoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, Op. 106: III. Larghetto a capriccioJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Piano Sonata No. 6 in D Major, Op. 106: IV. Finale. Allegro vivaceJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Costantino Mastroprimiano
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