Experience the enchanting collaboration of Ewa Podles and Garrick Ohlsson in this captivating live recording from the prestigious Wigmore Hall. Released on March 2, 2009, this album is a treasure trove of classical piano and vocal masterpieces, spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes.
The album features a diverse repertoire of works by some of the most celebrated composers in classical music. Ewa Podles, renowned for her rich alto voice, and Garrick Ohlsson, a virtuoso pianist, bring to life a selection of Frédéric Chopin's Polish Songs, Op. 74, including gems like "Gdzie lubi (There where she loves)" and "Pierscien (The ring)." Their performance also includes works by Rachmaninov, Tchaikovsky, and Szymanowski, offering a broad spectrum of musical styles and moods.
Highlights include Rachmaninov's evocative "Khristos voskres (Christ is risen)" and "Davno v lyubvi (How fleeting is love's delight)," Tchaikovsky's lyrical "Ya li v pole da ne travushka bila (Was I not a little blade of grass)" and "Nyet, tol'ko tot kto znal (No. only one who knows longing)," and Szymanowski's dramatic "Masques" from Op. 34. The album also features selections from Musorgsky's haunting "Songs and Dances of Death," showcasing the depth and versatility of the performers.
This live recording captures the essence of a live performance, with the energy and spontaneity that only a live setting can provide. The combination of Podles' powerful vocals and Ohlsson's masterful piano playing creates a mesmerizing experience that will captivate classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're a fan of Chopin's romantic melodies, Rachmaninov's lush harmonies, or the dramatic flair of Szymanowski, this album offers something for everyone.
(C) 2009 Wigmore Hall Live
Tracks
Chopin: Gdzie lubi (There where she loves) Op. 74 No. 5Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ewa Podles, Garrick Ohlsson
Chopin: Pierscien (The ring) Op. 74 No. 14Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Chopin: Wojak (The warrior) Op. 74 No. 10Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Rachmaninov: Khristos voskres (Christ is risen) Op. 26 No. 6Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Rachmaninov: Davno v lyubvi (How fleeting is love's delight) Op. 14 No. 3Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Rachmaninov: Ona, kak polden', khorosha (She is as beautiful as noon) Op. 14 No. 9Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Tchaikovsky: Ya li v pole da ne travushka bila (Was I not a little blade of grass) Op. 47 No. 7Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Tchaikovsky: Nyet, tol'ko tot kto znal (No. only one who knows longing) Op. 6 No. 6Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Szymanowski: Masques Op. 34: Tantris le bouffonFrédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Szymanowski: Masques Op. 34: Serenade de Don JuanFrédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Musorgsky 'Songs and Dances of Death': Kolibelnaya (Lullaby)Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Musorgsky 'Songs and Dances of Death': Serenada (serenade)Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Musorgsky 'Songs and Dances of Death': Trepak (Trepak)Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
Musorgsky 'Songs and Dances of Death': Polkovodets (The Field-Marshall)Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Garrick Ohlsson, Ewa Podles
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