1.1 Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58, CT. 203: Allegro Maestoso
1.2 Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58, CT. 203: Scherzo. Molto Vivace
1.3 Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58, CT. 203: Largo
1.4 Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58, CT. 203: Finale. Presto, Ma Non Tanto
1.5 Piano Sonata ('Zulice, 1.X.05,' 'From the Street, 1 October, 1905'), JW 8/19 (Final Movement Lost): Die Ahnung
1.6 Piano Sonata ('Zulice, 1.X.05,' 'From the Street, 1 October, 1905'), JW 8/19 (Final Movement Lost): Der Tod
1.7 Pictures at An Exhibition (Kartinki S Vïstavski), for Piano: Promenade. 1. Gnomus
1.8 Pictures at An Exhibition (Kartinki S Vïstavski), for Piano: Promenade. 2. Il Vecchio Castello
1.9 Pictures at An Exhibition (Kartinki S Vïstavski), for Piano: Promenade. 3. Tuileries (Dispute D'enfants Après Jeux)... 4. Bydlo
1.10 Pictures at An Exhibition (Kartinki S Vïstavski), for Piano: Promenade. 5. Ballet Der Unausgeschlüpften Küken... 6. Samuel Goldenber
1.11 Pictures at An Exhibition (Kartinki S Vïstavski), for Piano: Promenade. 7. Limoges. Le Marché (La Grande Nouvelle)... Catacombae (Se
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Live Recordings - 16.August 1957
The CD "Sonate op.58/Sonate 1.X.1905/Bilder e.Ausstellung" by Rudolf Firkusny, released by the renowned label ORFEO D'OR, presents a captivating journey through some of the most significant piano works of the late Romantic and early modern repertoire. This album features Chopin's passionate Sonata op. 58, Janá?ek's emotionally charged Sonata 1.X.1905, and Mussorgsky's evocative Pictures at an Exhibition?each piece showcasing Firkusny?s profound musicality and technical brilliance. The selection offers listeners a rich palette of moods, from lyrical introspection to dramatic intensity.
Rudolf Firkusny was one of the foremost pianists of the twentieth century, celebrated for his interpretations of Czech composers as well as core classical repertoire. Born in Moravia in 1912, he studied with Leo? Janá?ek himself and became known worldwide for his poetic touch and expressive depth at the keyboard. Throughout his illustrious career, Firkusny performed with leading orchestras such as the New York Philharmonic and Berlin Philharmonic and recorded extensively for major labels.
ORFEO D'OR is a distinguished German record label specializing in high-quality classical music recordings featuring world-class artists and rare archival performances. Their commitment to excellence has made them a favorite among discerning collectors seeking both exceptional sound quality and artistic authenticity.