 | from Alkan & Henselt: Piano Concertos (CDA66717) 1 Introduzione (Larghetto ma non troppo) [3'09] 17 minutes 47 seconds 9 tracks2 Theme (Moderato) [1'12] 3 Variation 1: Grazioso assai [1'12] 4 Variation 2: Un poco più lento e sostenuto [1'22] 5 Variation 3: Scherzando [1'07] 6 Variation 4: Con fuoco e pomposo [1'52] 7 Variation 5: Vivace ma non troppo [1'35] 8 Adagio - Cadenza [3'03] 9 Finale: Allegro vivace [3'15] ‘The phenomenal playing and superb musicianship of Marc-André Hamelin whose account of the staggeringly difficult Henselt Concerto is quite breathtaking. A thoroughly enjoyable disc well worth explori ... ‘Recommended without reservation’ (American Record Guide) ‘You could hardly ask for a more brilliant display of fireworks’ (Classic CD) |