Immerse yourself in the extraordinary artistry of Sviatoslav Richter, one of the most celebrated pianists of the 20th century, with the upcoming release "Sviatoslav Richter: Titan of the Piano" on Warner Classics. This monumental collection, set to release on March 19, 2025, showcases Richter's unparalleled mastery of the piano, spanning a diverse repertoire of classical masterpieces.
The album is a testament to Richter's versatility and profound musical insight, featuring works by composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Handel, Mozart, Schubert, and more. From the intricate elegance of Bach's piano concertos to the passionate intensity of Beethoven's sonatas, each piece is performed with Richter's signature precision and emotional depth. The collection also includes live recordings from the Grange de la Besnardière in 1974, offering a glimpse into Richter's electrifying stage presence.
With a duration of over four hours, this comprehensive compilation is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Richter's work or a newcomer to his genius, this album is a must-listen. Experience the timeless beauty and technical brilliance of Sviatoslav Richter, a true titan of the piano.
Handel: Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 428: I. PreludeGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Schumann: Faschingsschwank aus Wien, Op. 26: No. 4, Intermezzo. Mit grösster EnergieRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1054: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Sviatoslav Richter, Yuri Bashmet, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
Schubert: Fantasy in C Major, Op. 15, D. 760 "Wanderer-Fantasy": III. PrestoFranz Schubert, Sviatoslav Richter
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: II. AdagioLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
Mozart / Arr. Grieg for Two Pianos: Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Leonskaja, Sviatoslav Richter
Handel: Keyboard Suite in F Minor, HWV 433: V. GigueGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Schumann: Papillons, Op. 2: No. 13, Finale in D MajorRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 7 in G Minor, BWV 1058: I. —Johann Sebastian Bach, Sviatoslav Richter, Yuri Bashmet, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 5 in G Major, Op. 55: V. VivoSergei Prokofiev, Sviatoslav Richter, London Symphony Orchestra, Lorin Maazel
Handel: Harpsichord Suite No. 5 in E Major, HWV 430: I. PreludeGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Mozart: Violin Sonata No. 31 in C Major, K. 404: II. Allegretto (Live, Grange de la Besnardière, 1974)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
Schumann: Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: IV. Rondo. PrestoRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 5 in G Major, Op. 55: I. Allegro con brioSergei Prokofiev, Sviatoslav Richter, London Symphony Orchestra, Lorin Maazel
Handel: Harpsichord Suite No. 5 in E Major, HWV 430: III. CouranteGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Mozart: Violin Sonata No. 26 in B-Flat Major, K. 378: III. Rondo. Allegro (Live, Grange de la Besnardière, 1974)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
Schubert: Fantasie in C Major, Op. 15, D. 760 "Wanderer-Fantasie": I. Allegro con fuoco ma non troppoFranz Schubert, Sviatoslav Richter
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Bach, JS: Piano Concerto No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1054: II. Adagio e piano sempreJohann Sebastian Bach, Sviatoslav Richter, Yuri Bashmet, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
Handel: Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 428: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Schumann: Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22: I. So rasch wie möglichRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
Schubert: Piano Sonata No. 13 in A Major, Op. Posth. 120, D. 664: III. AllegroFranz Schubert, Sviatoslav Richter
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 No. 2 "The Tempest": III. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Handel: Keyboard Suite in F Major, HWV 427: IV. Fugue. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 2 No. 1: IV. PrestissimoLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Schumann: Fantasie in C Major, Op. 17: II. Mässig, durchaus energisch - Etwas bewegter - Viel bewegterRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter
Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. Posth. 114, D. 667 "The Trout": IV. Tema con variazione. AndantinoFranz Schubert, Borodin Quartet, Sviatoslav Richter, Georg Hortnagel
Dvořák: Piano Concerto in G Minor, Op. 33, B. 63: II. Andante sostenutoAntonín Dvořák, Sviatoslav Richter, Carlos Kleiber, Bavarian State Orchestra
Handel: Keyboard Suite in G Major, HWV 441: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: II. Allegro appassionatoJohannes Brahms, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 37: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra
Handel: Keyboard Suite in D Minor, HWV 428: VI. PrestoGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major, K. 503: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Yuri Bashmet, Sviatoslav Richter, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto
Beethoven: Andante favori in F Major, WoO 57Ludwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Handel: Keyboard Suite in E Major, HWV 430: IV. Air and Variations "The Harmonious Blacksmith"George Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Brahms: 15 Romances from Tieck's "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 5, So willst du des ArmenJohannes Brahms, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Sviatoslav Richter
Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 2, Sz. 95: III. Allegro moltoBéla Bartók, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 23: I. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 7 in D Major, Op. 10 No. 3: II. Largo e mestoLudwig van Beethoven, Sviatoslav Richter
Handel: Keyboard Suite in G Major, HWV 441: VI. GavottaGeorge Frideric Handel, Sviatoslav Richter
Brahms: 15 Romances from Tieck's "Die schöne Magelone", Op. 33: No. 2, Traun! Bogen und Pfeil sind gutJohannes Brahms, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Sviatoslav Richter
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 83: IV. Allegretto graziosoJohannes Brahms, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
Schumann: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Allegro vivaceRobert Schumann, Sviatoslav Richter, Lovro Von Matacic, Orchestre National de l'Opéra de Monte-Carlo
Mozart: Violin Sonata No. 23 in D Major, K. 306: I. Allegro con spirito (Live, Grange de la Besnardière, 1974)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Oleg Kagan, Sviatoslav Richter
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: I. Allegro molto moderatoEdvard Grieg, Sviatoslav Richter, Lovro Von Matacic, Orchestre National de l'Opéra de Monte-Carlo
Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 2, Sz. 95: I. AllegroBéla Bartók, Sviatoslav Richter, Lorin Maazel, Orchestre de Paris
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