Friedrich Gulda, piano
=====
"It is interesting to compare the following two sets of variations. Both demand virtuoso technique, but the second - based on sixteen-bar series of long drawn out bass notes, is more serious, more esoteric, less for the broad listening public, more rewarding for the connoisseur. It is also highly demanding as far as piano technique is concerned, and more interesting in terms of harmony and rhythm because its fundamental character is more that of jazz.
"More detailed analysis is hardly necessary; the attentive listener can pick out everything for himself. Even so, just one or two points; the first variation combines elements of Rameau with a harmonic structure from the theme which is distinctly reminiscent of Coltrane. At this stage, such bold associations present Gulda with no problems. A turn to the major in the alla breve section, a burst of free jazz before the reprise and then the finale, fading away into the distance. The ending is provided by a firm fortissimo bass note."
review from the CD liner notes by Dr. Georg Baumgarten written in 1973, translated by John Wilde, and updated in 2005 by Gail Schamberger
=====
This was made with Windows Live Movie Maker. I could've used a non-linear video editor, but my old PC can't handle those types of software.
=====
For thenameisgsarci, Ashish, and all the people who have made sheet music videos for the classical music community.
=====
Please send me a private message for further concerns.
3 окт 2024
