Experience the unparalleled artistry of Martha Argerich in her latest masterful collection, "Martha Argerich plays Schumann," a testament to her enduring brilliance and deep connection with the works of Robert Schumann. This album, released on March 26, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, spans nearly two hours of exquisite performances, showcasing Argerich's virtuosity and interpretive depth.
The album is a comprehensive journey through Schumann's piano repertoire, featuring iconic pieces such as the Piano Concerto in A Minor, conducted by the legendary Nikolaus Harnoncourt. Recorded at the historic Gewandhaus in Leipzig, where Clara Schumann premiered the concerto, this performance is a highlight of the collection, bringing to life the concerto's secret declaration of love with a motif that transforms Clara's pseudonym into music.
Argerich's rendition of "Kinderszenen, Op. 15" is a standout, with the famous "Träumerei" offering a moment of serene reflection amidst the album's dynamic range. The collection also includes a rich array of chamber music, featuring collaborations with esteemed soloists such as Renaud and Gautier Capuçon, Nobuko Imai, and Sergei Nakariakov. These pieces, along with selections from "Kreisleriana, Op. 16," "Fantasiestücke, Op. 88," and "5 Stücke im Volkston, Op. 102," demonstrate Argerich's versatility and her ability to breathe new life into Schumann's compositions.
The album also features violin sonatas, cello concertos, and piano sonatas, each performed with Argerich's signature passion and technical prowess. Her interpretations of "Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22" and "Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54" are particularly noteworthy, showcasing her ability to convey the depth and complexity of Schumann's music.
"Martha Argerich plays Schumann" is a celebration of Argerich's enduring legacy as one of the greatest pianists of our time. Her performances, characterized by their technical brilliance and profound musicality, make this album an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Argerich's work or a newcomer to Schumann's compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: III. Rasch und mit FeuerRobert Schumann, Mischa Maisky, Martha Argerich
5 Stücke im Volkston, Op. 102: I. Vanitas vanitatum (Mit Humor)Robert Schumann, Mischa Maisky, Martha Argerich
5 Stücke im Volkston, Op. 102: II. LangsamRobert Schumann, Mischa Maisky, Martha Argerich
5 Stücke im Volkston, Op. 102: IV. Nicht zu raschRobert Schumann, Mischa Maisky, Martha Argerich
5 Stücke im Volkston, Op. 102: V. Stark und markiertRobert Schumann, Mischa Maisky, Martha Argerich
Violin Sonata No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 105: II. AllegrettoRobert Schumann, Renaud Capuçon, Martha Argerich
Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano in A Minor, Op. 105: II. AllegrettoRobert Schumann, Gidon Kremer, Martha Argerich
Sonata No. 2 for Violin and Piano in D Minor, Op. 121: II. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, Gidon Kremer, Martha Argerich
Sonata No. 2 for Violin and Piano in D Minor, Op. 121: III. Leise, einfachRobert Schumann, Gidon Kremer, Martha Argerich
Märchenbilder, Op. 113: I. Nicht schnell (Transcr. Maisky for Cello & Piano)Robert Schumann, Mischa Maisky, Martha Argerich
Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129: II. LangsamRobert Schumann, Mischa Maisky, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Kreisleriana, Op. 16: III. Sehr aufgeregtRobert Schumann, Martha Argerich
Kreisleriana, Op. 16: VI. Sehr langsamRobert Schumann, Martha Argerich
Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: II. Intermezzo. Andantino grazioso –Robert Schumann, Martha Argerich, National Symphony Orchestra Washington, Mstislav Rostropovich
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: I. So rasch wie möglichRobert Schumann, Martha Argerich
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: II. Andantino. GetragenRobert Schumann, Martha Argerich
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: III. Scherzo. Sehr rasch und markiertRobert Schumann, Martha Argerich
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: IV. Rondo. PrestoRobert Schumann, Martha Argerich
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