Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical piano with Earl Wild's "In Concert, Vol. 1," released on December 1, 2008, under the Ivory Classics label. This album is a testament to Wild's virtuosity and his deep connection with the classical repertoire. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, the album features live performances that showcase Wild's technical brilliance and interpretive depth.
The tracklist is a journey through some of the most beloved works in the classical piano canon. It begins with Joseph Haydn's Sonata in D Major, Hob XVI/37, No. 50, followed by Mozart's Variations on a Theme by Gluck, K. 455. The album also includes Beethoven's Sonata in D Minor / D Major, Op. 40, No. 3, and Dieterich Buxtehude's Suite in D Minor, BuxWV 233. The final piece is Mozart's Sonata in F Major, K. 332.
Earl Wild, born in 1915, was renowned for his interpretations of Romantic pianist-composers like Chopin. His performances are marked by a unique blend of technical precision and emotional resonance, making this album a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the genre, "In Concert, Vol. 1" offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Sonata in D Major, Hob XVI/37, No. 50: I. Allegro con brio - LiveJoseph Haydn, Earl Wild
Sonata in D Major, Hob XVI/37, No. 50: II. Largo e sostenuto - LiveJoseph Haydn, Earl Wild
Sonata in D Major, Hob XVI/37, No. 50: III. Finale, Presto ma non troppo - LiveJoseph Haydn, Earl Wild
Variations on a Theme by Gluck, K. 455 - LiveWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Earl Wild
Sonata in D Minor / D Major, Op. 40, No. 3: I. Adagio molto - Allegro - LiveMuzio Clementi, Earl Wild
Sonata in D Minor / D Major, Op. 40, No. 3: II. Adagio con molta espressione - LiveMuzio Clementi, Earl Wild
Sonata in D Minor / D Major, Op. 40, No. 3: III. Allegro - LiveMuzio Clementi, Earl Wild
Suite in D Minor, BuxWV 233: I. Allemande D'amour - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Earl Wild
Suite in D Minor, BuxWV 233: II. Courante - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Earl Wild
Suite in D Minor, BuxWV 233: III. Double - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Earl Wild
Suite in D Minor, BuxWV 233: IV. Sarabande d'amour - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Earl Wild
Suite in D Minor, BuxWV 233: V. Sarabande - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Earl Wild
Suite in D Minor, BuxWV 233: VI. Gigue - LiveDietrich Buxtehude, Earl Wild
Sonata in F Major, K. 332: I. Allegro - LiveWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Earl Wild
Sonata in F Major, K. 332: II. Adagio - LiveWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Earl Wild
Sonata in F Major, K. 332: III. Allegro assai - LiveWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Earl Wild
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