Schubert's D-Major Sonata and Lieder: A Collaborative Journey with Andsnes & Bostridge (EMI Classics) CD

Product Details

• UPC: 724355746023
• Product Type: Music CD
• Brand: EMI Classics
• MPN (Catalog Number): 7243 5 57460 2 3
• Artists: Ian Bostridge (Tenor), Leif Ove Andsnes (Piano)
• Composer: Franz Schubert (1797–1828)
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Romantic, Solo Piano, Lieder (Art Song)
• Release Year: 2003

Overview

This EMI Classics release showcases the profound musical partnership of Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes and British tenor Ian Bostridge, continuing their acclaimed Schubert project. The album features Franz Schubert's monumental Piano Sonata in D major, D 850 (known as the Gasteiner Sonata), alongside a selection of nine evocative Lieder (German art songs).

Andsnes' interpretation of the Sonata is lauded for its impeccable technique, poise, and ability to propel the music forward without sacrificing its inherent delicacy. The Lieder collaboration finds Bostridge's celebrated, text-driven vocalism complemented by Andsnes' sensitive and detailed keyboard support, demonstrating a deep connection to the material. This disc is a key volume in their series, pairing the architectural grandeur of a sonata with the intimate drama of Schubert's songs.

Product Features

• Format: Audio CD, Stereo
• Artists: Leif Ove Andsnes (piano), Ian Bostridge (tenor)
• Total Runtime: 69 minutes 19 seconds
• Producer/Artistic Director: John Fraser
• Disc Technology: Copy Control protected (check device compatibility for details)
• Music Selection: Features the large-scale D major Piano Sonata and a selection of nine Lieder.
• Compatibility Note: The disc contains Copy Control technology, designed to be compatible with CD Audio players.

Interesting Facts

• The "Gasteiner" Sonata (D 850): Schubert composed the Sonata in D major, D 850, in August 1825 while staying in the spa town of Bad Gastein. It was only the second of his piano sonatas to be published during his lifetime.
• Alpine Grandeur: The D 850 Sonata is often noted for its "Alpine qualities," sharing a grandeur with the "Great" C-major Symphony (D 944), which was also conceived around the same period. The first movement is "unrelentingly energetic," while the second subject has been compared to Austrian yodeling.
• An Equal Partnership: Critics highlight that in the Lieder on this album, Andsnes acts not merely as an accompanist but as an equal collaborator, bringing "power and intensity" to the accompaniment, which is essential to the songs' dramatic effect.
• Lieder Thematic Link: The songs selected, such as Der Wanderer and Auf der Bruck, showcase the themes of travel, nature, and emotional depth that are central to Schubert's Lieder output.

Track Listing Franz Schubert 1797–1828 Klaviersonate D-dur D 850 / Piano Sonata in D

1. I. Allegro vivace (8:41)
2. II. Con moto (12:28)
3. III. Scherzo: Allegro vivace - Trio (8:28)
4. IV. Rondo: Allegro moderato (7:52) (Total Time for Sonata: 37:29 / 37.16)

Lieder (Songs)

1. Der liebliche Stern D 861 (2:44)
2. Tiefes Leid D 876 (3:47)
3. Auf der Bruck D 853 (3:14)
4. Der Wanderer D 649 (2:51)
5. Fülle der Liebe D 854 (5:17)
6. Wiedersehn D 855 (2:22)
7. Vom Mitleiden Mariä D 632 (3:27)
8. Im Walde D 708 (6:08)
9. Der Schmetterling D 633 (1:28) (Total Time: 69:19)

Publishers

• Label: EMI Classics
• Copyright: ℗ 2003 The copyright in this sound recording is owned by EMI Records Ltd.
• Publishing Year: © 2003 EMI Records Ltd.

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