Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 3 & Variations on a theme by Schumann

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Release Date: 24th Nov 2014
Catalogue No: PH292031
Label: Phaedra
Length: 59 minutes

Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 3 in F minor, Op. 5

Work length39:52

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Nikolaas Kende

I. Allegro maestoso

Track length11:12

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II. Andante. Andante espressivo. Andante molto

Track length11:37

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III. Scherzo. Allegro energico mit Trio

Track length5:15

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IV. Intermezzo “Rückblick”. Andante molto

Track length3:46

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V. Finale. Allegro moderato ma rubato

Track length8:02

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Brahms: Variations on a theme by Schumann in F sharp minor, Op. 9

Work length19:25

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Nikolaas Kende

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“Der Abend dämmert, das Mondlicht scheint” (Dusk is falling, the moon is shining)

Clara Schumann wrote in her diary: “A visit by Brahms. There is one that comes as if sent by God. He played us sonatas, scherzos etc., all showing exuberant imagination, depth of feeling and mastery of form. Robert said he could not tell him to leave something out of or to add to his music.”

Brahms’ 3rd Piano Sonata (1853) is a work of symphonic proportions, his largest for piano solo, and indeed his last piano sonata. It is a passionate piece of music, masterfully combining a strict classical sonata structure with romantic spirit and content.

The Variations on a Theme of Schumann (1854) are among the most satisfying and successful works of the young Brahms, and they are a moving homage to his mentor and to Clara.

Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 3 & Variations on a theme by Schumann

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