Immerse yourself in the extraordinary artistry of Lars Vogt with his final album, "In memoriam," a profound collection that showcases his unparalleled talent and deep musical insight. Released posthumously on September 30, 2022, this album is a testament to Vogt's enduring legacy and his remarkable contributions to the world of classical music.
Spanning over six hours, this extensive compilation features a diverse range of works from some of the most revered composers in classical music history. From the elegant sonatas of Mozart to the passionate concertos of Beethoven, and the intricate compositions of Schumann and Brahms, Vogt's performances are marked by their technical brilliance and emotional depth.
The album includes live recordings from 2001, 2002, and 2004, offering a glimpse into Vogt's dynamic and captivating performances. Highlights include his interpretations of Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 10, Schumann's Kreisleriana, and Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 2, each piece performed with a level of mastery that underscores Vogt's status as one of the leading musicians of his generation.
Born in Düren, Germany, in 1970, Lars Vogt established himself as a versatile and accomplished pianist and conductor. His career was marked by numerous accolades, including second prize at the 1990 Leeds International Piano Competition. Vogt's versatility and deep understanding of the Austro-German Romantic repertoire made him a beloved figure in the classical music world.
"In memoriam" is not just a collection of performances; it is a celebration of Lars Vogt's life and his enduring impact on the world of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the genius of one of the most talented pianists of our time.
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 6 No. 1, K. 330: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 6 No. 1, K. 330: II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 6 No. 1, K. 330: III. AllegrettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: I. Äußerst bewegtRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: II. Sehr innig und nicht zu raschRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: III. Sehr aufgeregtRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: IV. Sehr langsamRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: V. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VI. Sehr langsamRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VII. Sehr raschRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Schumann: Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VIII. Schnell und spielendRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Haydn: Keyboard Trio in C Major, Hob. XV:27: I. Allegro (Live, 2001)Joseph Haydn, Lars Vogt, Alban Gerhardt, Antje Weithaas
Haydn: Keyboard Trio in C Major, Hob. XV:27: II. Andante (Live, 2001)Joseph Haydn, Lars Vogt, Alban Gerhardt, Antje Weithaas
Haydn: Keyboard Trio in C Major, Hob. XV:27: III. Finale. Presto (Live, 2001)Joseph Haydn, Lars Vogt, Alban Gerhardt, Antje Weithaas
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 1 in D MinorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 2 in D MajorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 3 in B MinorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Brahms: 4 Ballades, Op. 10: No. 4 in B MajorJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt
Berg: Piano Sonata in B Minor, Op. 1 (Live, 2002)Alban Berg, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: I. IntroduzioneIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: II. SerenataIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: III. AriaIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: IV. TarantellaIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Stravinsky / Transcr. Piatigorsky: Suite italienne from Pulcinella for Cello and Piano: V. Minuetto - FinaleIgor Stravinsky, Truls Mørk, Lars Vogt
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Op. 15: III. Rondo. Allegro scherzandoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: I. Allegro appassionato (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: II. Andante un poco adagio (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: III. Allegretto grazioso (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: IV. Vivace (Live, 2002)Johannes Brahms, Sabine Meyer, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: II. AllegroCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: III. Recitativo-Fantasia. Ben moderatoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Sarah Chang, Lars Vogt
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: I. Allegro molto moderatoEdvard Grieg, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: II. AdagioEdvard Grieg, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: III. Allegro moderato molto e marcatoEdvard Grieg, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Mozart: Piano Trio No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 15 No. 1, K. 502: I. Allegro (Live, 2004)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt, Christian Tetzlaff, Gustav Rivinius
Mozart: Piano Trio No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 15 No. 1, K. 502: II. Larghetto (Live, 2004)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt, Christian Tetzlaff, Gustav Rivinius
Mozart: Piano Trio No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 15 No. 1, K. 502: III. Allegretto (Live, 2004)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lars Vogt, Christian Tetzlaff, Gustav Rivinius
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: I. Allegro affettuosoRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: II. Intermezzo. Andantino graziosoRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Allegro vivaceRobert Schumann, Lars Vogt, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Sir Simon Rattle
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: I. Pezzo elegiaco (Live, 2004)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lars Vogt, Antje Weithaas, Claudio Bohórquez
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (a) Tema con variazioni (Live, 2004)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lars Vogt, Antje Weithaas, Claudio Bohórquez
Tchaikovsky: Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50: II. (b) Variazione finale e coda. Allegro risoluto e con fuoco (Live, 2004)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lars Vogt, Antje Weithaas, Claudio Bohórquez
Lars Vogt (1970-2022) was a celebrated German classical pianist and conductor, renowned for his profound interpretations of the Austro-German Romantic repertoire. Vogt's career took off after securing the second prize at the 1990 Leeds International Piano Competition, leading him to perform with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic and the Royal Northern Sinfonia, where he also served as music director. His discography spans a wide range of composers, from Bach and Mozart to the Romantics like Schumann, Brahms, and Tchaikovsky. Vogt was not only a virtuoso on the stage but also a dedicated educator, succeeding his teacher Karl-Heinz Kämmerling as a professor of piano at the Musikhochschule Hannover. He also founded the Spannungen Festival, a testament to his passion for chamber music. Despite his battle with cancer, Vogt continued to inspire audiences with his musical brilliance until his passing in 2022.
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