Experience the legendary Vladimir Horowitz in a captivating live recital from Orchestra Hall, Chicago, on November 2, 1975. This album, released by Sony Classical on December 11, 2015, captures the maestro's extraordinary prowess and artistry in a classical piano performance that spans a rich and diverse repertoire.
The recording opens with the enchanting "Blumenstück, Op. 19" and continues with the grandeur of the "Grand Sonata No. 3, Op. 14 'Concerto Without Orchestra,'" showcasing Horowitz's technical brilliance and interpretive depth. The second half of the concert features a selection of preludes, etudes, waltzes, and character pieces by composers such as Chopin, Liszt, Schumann, and Scriabin, each performed with Horowitz's signature passion and precision.
With a duration of 1 hour and 36 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive journey through some of the most beloved and challenging works in the classical piano repertoire. Horowitz's playing is nothing short of mesmerizing, making this a timeless addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
(P) 2015 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Opening Applause to Horowitz Recital of November 2, 1975Robert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Blumenstück, Op. 19Robert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Grand Sonata No. 3, Op. 14 "Concerto Without Orchestra": I. Allegro brillanteRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Grand Sonata No. 3, Op. 14 "Concerto Without Orchestra": II. Scherzo - Molto commodoRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Grand Sonata No. 3, Op. 14 "Concerto Without Orchestra": III. Quasi variazioni - Andantino de Clara WieckRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Grand Sonata No. 3, Op. 14 "Concerto Without Orchestra": IV. Prestissimo possibileRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Post Intermission Applause to Horowitz Recital of November 2, 1975Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
13 Preludes, Op. 32: No. 5 in G MajorSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No. 5 in E-Flat MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz
Valses oubliées, S. 215: No. 1 in F-Sharp MajorFranz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
Années de pèlerinage I, S. 160: No. 4, Au bord d'une sourceFranz Liszt, Vladimir Horowitz
Waltzes, Op. 34: No. 2 in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Scherzo No. 1, Op. 20Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir Horowitz
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7, TräumereiRobert Schumann, Vladimir Horowitz
Keyboard Sonata in A Major, K. 322, L. 483Domenico Scarlatti, Vladimir Horowitz
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