Alfred Brendel, Schumann – Kreisleriana, Kinderszenen, Fantasiestücke Op. 12
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Schumann – Kreisleriana, Kinderszenen, Fantasiestücke Op. 12
Alfred Brendel, piano
A refined and deeply expressive interpretation of the piano works of Robert Schumann, this recording by Alfred Brendel captures the full emotional spectrum of Schumann’s writing - from turbulent, mercurial fantasy to intimate lyricism and poetic simplicity.
The dramatic Kreisleriana, Op. 16 unfolds in waves of intensity and introspection, inspired by the fictional musician Kreisler and reflecting Schumann’s own fragmented, imaginative inner world. Brendel brings clarity and architectural balance to its shifting moods, allowing the emotional contrasts to speak with vivid immediacy.
In contrast, Kinderszenen, Op. 15 offers a delicate series of musical “childhood scenes,” with the universally beloved “Träumerei” standing as one of Schumann’s most tender and enduring melodies. These miniatures are delivered with warmth and restraint, preserving their innocence without sentimentality.
Finally, the Fantasiestücke, Op. 12 returns to a more restless, poetic terrain - short character pieces that move between passion, mystery, and introspection. Brendel’s control and sensitivity unify these contrasting moods into a coherent emotional journey.
An essential recording for lovers of Romantic piano repertoire, combining technical mastery with profound musical insight.
Tracklist:
Kreisleriana, Op. 16
- Äußerst Bewegt – 2:42
- Sehr Innig Und Nicht Zu Rasch / Intermezzo I. (Sehr Lebhaft) / Intermezzo II. (Etwas Bewegter) – 8:06
- Sehr Aufgeregt – 4:40
- Sehr Langsam – 3:58
- Sehr Lebhaft – 2:55
- Sehr Langsam – 4:13
- Sehr Rasch – 2:07
- Schnell Und Spielend – 3:17
Kinderszenen, Op. 15
9. Von Fremden Ländern Und Menschen – 1:28
10. Kuriose Geschichte – 1:09
11. Haschemann – 0:31
12. Bittendes Kind – 0:48
13. Glückes Genug – 1:18
14. Wichtige Begebenheit – 0:47
15. Träumerei – 2:29
16. Am Kamin – 0:51
17. Ritter Vom Steckenpferd – 0:41
18. Fast Zu Ernst – 1:27
19. Fürchtenmachen – 1:39
20. Kind Im Einschlummern – 1:58
21. Der Dichter Spricht – 2:07
Fantasiestücke, Op. 12
22. Des Abends – 3:40
23. Aufschwung – 3:12
24. Warum? – 2:21
25. Grillen – 3:11
26. In Der Nacht – 4:03
27. Fabel – 2:53
28. Traumes Wirren – 2:35
29. Ende Vom Lied – 5:33
CD Details
| Label | Philips Records |
| Catalogue Number | 434 732 2 |
| Year of Release | 1992 |
| Country of Pressing | Germany |
| Decade | 1980's |
| Media Condition | NM |
| Sleeve Condition | VG+ |
| Format Notes | CD |
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