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Disc 01 Transcendental Etudes, S 139 01. "I. Preludio"
Disc 02 01. "II. Molto vivace"
Disc 03 01. "III. Paysage"
Disc 04 01. "IV. Mazeppa"
Disc 05 01. "V. Feux Follets"
Disc 06 01. "VI. Vision"
Disc 07 01. "VII. Eroica"
Disc 08 01. "VIII. Wilde Jagd"
Disc 09 01. "IX. Ricordanza"
Disc 10 01. "X. Appassionata"
Disc 11 01. "XI. Harmonies du Soir"
Disc 12 01. "XII. Chasse-neige"
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Description: | In June 2022, Yunchan Lim became the youngest person ever to win gold at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition; his performances throughout showcased a "magical ability" and a "natural, instinctive quality" (La Scena) that astounded listeners around the world. As Jury Chair Marin Alsop expressed: "Yunchan is that rare artist who brings profound musicality and prodigious technique organically together." The depth of his artistry and connection to listeners also secured him the Audience Award and Best Performance of a New Work. Lim's astounding performance of Liszt's complete Transcendental Etudes from the semi-final round of the Van Cliburn Competition is available on his Steinway & Sons debut album.Recorded June 10, 2022 at Bass Performance Hall, Fort Worth, Texas Transcendental Etudes - Yunchan Lim Live (CD)
Artist: Liszt / Lim Manufacturer: Steinway
About the Artist:
Yunchan Lim is a young, rising star in the classical music world. Born in South Korea, he began playing piano at the age of five and quickly demonstrated exceptional talent. He has won numerous international competitions, including the International Tchaikovsky Competition and the Leeds International Piano Competition. Lim is known for his virtuosity, his poetic interpretations, and his charismatic stage presence.
About the Recording:
This live recording captures Lim's performance of Franz Liszt's twelve Transcendental Etudes at the Seoul Arts Center in 2022. The Transcendental Etudes are a set of technically demanding and musically challenging piano pieces that showcase the full range of the instrument's capabilities. Lim's performance is both technically brilliant and musically insightful, and he brings a fresh perspective to these iconic works.
About Steinway:
Steinway & Sons is a world-renowned manufacturer of pianos. Founded in 1853, Steinway pianos are known for their exceptional craftsmanship, their rich sound, and their responsiveness. Steinway pianos are used by many of the world's leading concert pianists, and they are considered to be the gold standard in the piano industry.
Highlights:
- A stunning performance of Liszt's Transcendental Etudes by rising star Yunchan Lim - A live recording that captures the excitement and energy of Lim's performance - A Steinway piano, providing the perfect instrument for this demanding repertoire
This recording is a must-have for any fan of classical music or piano music. |
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STNS30217 |
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Steinway & Sons Import durch: Note 1 Music GmbH Bergheimer Str. 126, 69115 Heidelberg, DE info@note1-music.com |
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