Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1; Chopin; Liszt; Schumann et al. / Julius Katchen, piano

Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1; Chopin; Liszt; Schumann et al. / Julius Katchen
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Label: ICA Classics
Catalog No: ICA 5048
Format: CD
Release Date: 2011-11-15
Number of Discs: 1
Running time: 1 hr. 16 min.
Mono/Stereo: Mono
UPC Code: 5060244550483

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> Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15 - I. Maestoso
> Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15 - II. Adagio
> Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15 - III. Rondo: Allegro non troppo
> Ballade No. 3 in A flat major, Op. 47 - Ballade No. 3 in A flat major, Op. 47
> Der Tanz in der Dorfschenke, S514/R181, "Mephisto Waltz No. 1" - Der Tanz in der Dorfschenke, S514/R181, "Mephisto Waltz No. 1"
> Waldscenen, Op. 82 - Waldscenen, Op. 82: No. 7. Vogel als Prophet (The Prophetic Bird)
> Iberia, Book 2 - Iberia, Book 2: III. Triana
> Julius Katchen discusses Mozart's Concerto K. 466 and Brahms's Concerto No. 1 with John Amis - Julius Katchen discusses Mozart's Concerto K. 466 and Brahms's Concerto No. 1 with John Amis

Notes & Reviews:

American pianist Katchen (1926 - 69) was a child prodigy. At 11, he performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra under Ormandy. His technique was 'gold plated' and despite his early death at aged 43 from cancer, he had a large discography which still sells today. This CD includes a rare interview with Amis where Katchen discusses his early life including his thoughts on interpreting Mozart and Brahm's. These recordings have never been previously released.

American Record Guide
Katchen was one of our finest Brahms pianists from the 1950s up to his death from cancer in 1969... a very fine performance, alternating nicely between raw virtuosity and a brooding, ruminating quality that brings out the depth of Brahms's thinking... The playing is very romantic and secure... A welcome release, particularly for Katchen's fans.

Gramophone
Brahms was at the heart of Katchen's extensive repertoire and, finely partnered by Rudolf Kempe and the BBC SO, his unflagging brio and impetus are complemented by a moving and overtly emotional response to this daunting masterpiece. This record is a reminder and a remembrance of a tragic loss but an indelible musical force.

La Scena Musicale
This London studio performance with the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Rudolf Kempe is a good reminder of [Julius Katchen's] exceptional gift.



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Works Details

>Brahms, Johannes : Concerto for Piano no 1 in D minor, Op. 15
  • Performer: Julius Katchen (Piano)
  • Conductor: Rudolf Kempe
  • Ensemble: BBC Symphony Orchestra
  • Running Time: 45 min. 27 sec.
  • Period Time: Romantic
  • Form: Concerto
  • Written: 1854-1859

>Frédéric Chopin (1810 - 1849) : Ballade for Piano no 3 in A flat major, B 136/Op. 47
  • Performer: Julius Katchen (Piano)
  • Running Time: 7 min. 19 sec.
  • Period Time: Romantic
  • Written: 1841

>Liszt, Franz : Der Tanz in der Dorfschenke, S 514 "Mephisto Waltz no 1"
  • Performer: Julius Katchen (Piano)
  • Running Time: 10 min. 6 sec.
  • Period Time: Romantic
  • Form: Waltz
  • Written: 1859-1862

>Schumann, Robert : Vogel als Prophet (Waldscenen, Op. 82/7)
  • Performer: Julius Katchen (Piano)
  • Running Time: 3 min. 9 sec.
  • Period Time: Romantic
  • Written: 1848-1849

>Isaac Albéniz (1860 - 1909) : Iberia, Book 2 :: Triana
  • Performer: Julius Katchen (Piano)
  • Running Time: 4 min. 32 sec.
  • Period Time: Post Romantic
  • Written: 1905-1909

>Word, Spoken : Julius Katchen discusses Mozart's Concerto K466 & Brahms's Concerto no 1 with John Amis
  • Performers: John Amis (Spoken Vocals); Julius Katchen (Piano)
  • Running Time: 5 min. 34 sec.
  • Period Time: Post Romantic