Mozart, Brahms, Saint-Saens, Reger: Variations

Mozart, Brahms, Saint-Saens, Reger: Variations

Mozart, Brahms, Saint-Saens, Reger: Variations
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Performer: Camille Saint-Saens
Edition: Music CD
Audio: German (Unknown); German (Published)
CD Release Date: 2002-09-17
Music Label: Musica Viva
Soundtracks:
  1. Variations (5) on an original theme for piano, 4 hands in G major, K. 501: Andante
  2. Variations (5) on an original theme for piano, 4 hands in G major, K. 501: Var. 1
  3. Variations (5) on an original theme for piano, 4 hands in G major, K. 501: Var. 2
  4. Variations (5) on an original theme for piano, 4 hands in G major, K. 501: Var. 3
  5. Variations (5) on an original theme for piano, 4 hands in G major, K. 501: Var. 4
  6. Variations (5) on an original theme for piano, 4 hands in G major, K. 501: Var. 5
  7. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Chorale St. Antoni: Andante
  8. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 1: Andante con moto (Poco più an
  9. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 2: Più vivace
  10. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 3: Con moto
  11. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 4: Andante con moto
  12. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 5: Poco presto (Vivace)
  13. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 6: Vivace
  14. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 7: Grazioso
  15. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Var. 8: Poco presto
  16. Variations on a Theme of Haydn, for 2 pianos in B flat major (St. Anthony Variations), Op. 56b: Finale: Andante
  17. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Moderato assai
  18. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Tempo di Minuetto
  19. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Allegro
  20. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Poco più mosso
  21. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Tempo del Tema
  22. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Molto allegro
  23. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Moderato assai
  24. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Presto leggerissimo
  25. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Alla marcia funebre (Allegro moderato)
  26. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Allegro
  27. Variations on a Theme of Beethoven, for 2 pianos, Op. 35: Presto
  28. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Andante grazioso
  29. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 1: L'istesso tempo (quasi un poco più lento)
  30. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 2: Poco agitato (Più mosso)
  31. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 3: Con moto
  32. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 4: Vivace
  33. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 5: Quasi presto
  34. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 6: Sostenuto (quasi Adagietto)
  35. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 7: Andante grazioso
  36. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Var. 8: Moderato
  37. Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Mozart for 2 pianos, Op. 132a: Fuge: Allegretto grazioso

Music reviews of Mozart, Brahms, Saint-Saens, Reger: Variations

Music Review: An Overlooked Gem
Rating: 5 Stars

From first note to last, this album is pure delight. I bought it mainly for the Saint-Saëns (long a favorite from an old LP), which receives flawless, sparkling treatment here -- as fine a reading as one could wish for (the theme, incidentally, comes from the third movement of Beethoven's Piano Sonata 18 in E-flat, Op. 31/3).

The rest of the program is no less captivating. The Mozart and Brahms performances equal the very best I've heard. I am especially grateful that these artists have introduced me to the Reger (if you know his stupendous solo-piano Variations & Fugue on a Theme of Telemann, Op. 134, you'll hear echoes of its fugal finale in the comparable section of this two-piano work. In fact, the Telemann Variations are only two opus numbers beyond this set). Reger takes his theme from the opening variation movement of Mozart's A-major Piano Sonata, K. 331 (which ends with the famous *Rondo alla turca*).

Bartlett and Marchand bring just the right touch of vivid characterization to each work. There's not a false gesture anywhere, and their playing communicates conviction, boundless energy, and joy. I do hope they record more four-hand repertoire (how about some Schubert?). Their love for the music and their exceptional interpretive skill shine through every note. The recording is clear and bright without being clinical or harsh, and the engineers have recorded the pianos at a comfortable listening distance that nicely captures the acoustic space while allowing even the most complex passagework to emerge clearly.

In short, this one's a real winner. If you love superior piano playing, welcome these superlative musicians to your collection. You'll be glad you did.

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