Bach-Busoni: Piano Transcriptions, Vol. 2
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Composer: Ferruccio BusoniPerformer: Nikolai Demidenko
Edition: Music CD
Format: Import
CD Release Date: 2002-03-12
Music Label: Hyperion UK
Soundtracks:
- Fantasia
- Adagio
- Fugue
- Prelude
- Fugue
Music reviews of Bach-Busoni: Piano Transcriptions, Vol. 2
Music Review: Excellent Busoni
Rating: 5 Stars
I agree with the previous reviewer about the chaconne, some might find it too slow. Especially if you are used to Kissin's performance. I personally think Demidenko's more unified treatment of the variatons is refreshing. He creates contrast through deep colorful poetry, and sheer power as opposed to using many parametric changes. In my opinion this interpretation is the perfect balance of romantic power and depth with Baroque form and character. On top of the performance alone, the Fazioli piano chosen has absolutely stunning soud quality and is perfect for Busoni.
Description of Bach-Busoni: Piano Transcriptions, Vol. 2
Busoni's transcriptions of Bach organ works are among the glories of modern piano music, and all but doctrinaire followers of authentic period practice will enjoy them. Bach's music works well on the modern piano and Busoni's transcriptions add elements of color and fantasy that, however anachronistic, are fascinating to hear. Demidenko is a Russian-trained virtuoso with a monster technique who makes child's play of these often difficult pieces. He tears into the opening Fantasie (BWV 906) with abandon, produces an affecting Adagio (BWV 968) and a firmly articulated Fugue (BWV 906), which was seamlessly completed by Busoni. The big Prelude and Fugue (BWV 532) is thrilling, and the six Choral Preludes are lovingly done. The great violin Chaconne gets a big performance, too, fitting for a piece that Busoni metamorphosed into a cornerstone of Romantic piano literature. --Dan DavisGeneral CDs
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