Discover the enchanting compositions of Hungarian composer Leó Weiner with this captivating album, released by Hungaroton in 2014. Spanning a rich hour and nine minutes, this collection showcases Weiner's mastery of chamber music, featuring a blend of serene serenades and dynamic string quartets, all expertly arranged for piano four hands. The album opens with the delicate and expressive Serenade, Op. 3, followed by the spirited String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4. The latter half of the album delves into Weiner's solo piano works, including the evocative Csongor and Tunde, Op. 10c, and the dramatic suites from Toldi, Op. 43c. Each piece is a testament to Weiner's unique voice and his ability to blend lyrical beauty with rhythmic vitality. This album is a treasure trove for those eager to explore the depths of Weiner's musical genius.
2014 Hungaroton2014 Hungaroton
Tracks
Serenade, Op. 3: I. Allegretto quasi andantino (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Serenade, Op. 3: II. Lebhaft, sehr rhytmisch (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Serenade, Op. 3: III. Andantino (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Serenade, Op. 3: IV. Allegro molto (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4: I. Allegro (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4: II. Allegretto vivo e grazioso (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4: III. Andante espressivo (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
String Quartet No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 4: IV. Allegro molto vivace (Arr. For piano 4 hands)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Csongor es Tunde (Csongor and Tunder), Op. 10c [version for piano solo]Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Toldi, Op. 43c: Nos. 1-2. Prelude (Version for piano solo)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Toldi, Op. 43c: Nos. 8-11. Bence (the old servant) [Version for piano solo]Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Toldi, Op. 43c: Nos. 20-21. Notturno (Version for piano solo)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Toldi, Op. 43c: No. 22, Moderato - Allegro giocoso (Version for piano solo)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
Toldi, Op. 43c: No. 24, Finale. Vivo - Maestoso (Version for piano solo)Leó Weiner, Istvan Kassai
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