Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Frédéric Chopin with this captivating album, "Leonard Pennario: The Early Years 1950-1958, Vol. 1," released on MSR Classics in 2006. This collection showcases the timeless elegance and profound depth of Chopin's compositions, performed with exquisite skill and sensitivity by Leonard Pennario.
The album opens with Chopin's monumental Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35, a work that spans a range of emotions from the somber Grave to the lively Presto, culminating in the iconic Marche funèbre. Following the sonata, the album delves into a series of waltzes, each offering a unique blend of charm, grace, and melancholy. From the brilliant "Grande Valse Brillante" to the poignant "Valse Triste," these pieces highlight Chopin's unparalleled ability to convey a wealth of sentiment through his music.
The album concludes with the majestic Polonaise in A-Flat Major, Op. 53, a piece that embodies the grandeur and heroism for which Chopin's polonaises are renowned. Spanning a total duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, this album is a testament to Chopin's enduring legacy and Pennario's masterful interpretation.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Chopin's works, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Allow yourself to be transported by the beauty and complexity of Chopin's compositions, brought to life by Leonard Pennario's virtuoso playing.
(C) 2006 MSR Music LLC(P) 2006 MSR Music LLC (Compilation)
Tracks
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35: I. GraveFrédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35: II. ScherzoFrédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35: III. Marche funèbreFrédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35: IV. PrestoFrédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 18, No. 1 "Grande Valse Brillante"Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 9 in A-Flat Major, Op. 69, No.1 "L'Adieu"Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 6 in D-Flat Major, Op. 64, No. 1 "Minute Waltz"Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 3 in A Minor, Op. Op. 34, No. 2 "Valse Triste"Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 4 in F Major, Op. 34, No. 3Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 5 in A-Flat Major, Op. 42 "The 2/4 Waltz"Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 13 in D-Flat Major, Op. 70, No. 3Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 8 in A-Flat Major, Op. 64, No. 3Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 12 in F Minor, Op. 70, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 34, No. 1 "Valse Brillante"Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 7 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 64, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 11 in G-Flat Major, Op. 70, No. 1Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 10 in B Minor, Op. 69, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Waltz for Piano No. 14 in E MinorFrédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
Polonaise in A-Flat Major, Op. 53Frédéric Chopin, Leonard Pennario
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