Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. One of the most enigmatic and compelling performers of the 20th century, michelangeli was, paradoxically, one of the leastheard of his generation. Marking the centenary of arturo benedetti michelangeli in january 2020, deutsche grammophon reissues a cornerstone of his discography. With other pianists, the atmosphere is everything, but with him you get the notes, providing a sharper focus and heightened perceptions. After all, arturo benedetti michelangelis 70s recordings of debussys images and preludes, book 1, were hailed in their time as revolutionary, masterly, and uniquely compelling, and the encomiums have kept on through every subsequent rerelease. Michelangeli is michelangeli, and this performance is difficult to leave. Around the age of ten he began piano studies at the milan conservatory with giovanni anfossi and graduated with. This 14 cd set has been released by warner to mark the twentieth anniversary of the death of the italian pianist arturo benedetti michelangeli in 1995. Newly remastered at emil berliner studios in 24bit192khz. Michelangeli warner complete warner classics 2564 615488. After all, arturo benedetti michelangelis 70s recordings of debussys images and preludes, book 1, were hailed in their time as revolutionary, masterly, and uniquely compelling, and the. The arturo benedetti michelangeli documentation centre. He is considered one of the greatest pianists of the twentieth century.
If you like your mozart in the relaxed, lyrical, respectful fashion as essayed today by an uchida, a pires or a perahia, you will put michelangeli away after a single hearing for his brusqueness and lack of sympathy. Gratwanderungen mit einem genie the book includes a sampler cd from dg, with a unique recording of a rehearsal of kv 466. Michelangelis unique creative touch made him somewhat of a prophet to the new art of debussy. Michelangeli dvd by jed distler on january 27, 2008 in dressed in a chic tan turtleneck, untucked, but with a belt clasped around it, arturo benedetti michelangeli sits at the piano in. Claude debussy, arturo benedetti michelangeli debussy. Images arturo benedetti michelangeli on allmusic is. Michelangeli focuses and clarifies with every miraculous stroke of the keys, etching. When two musical giants meet the consequence is an extraordinary performance recorded for now and posterity. Buy both cd the first and second book and youll understand once more why michelangelli was one of the most idyosincratic pianists in any age. He began his musical training at the age of four at the istituto musicale venturi under. This is maybe the best recording of the preludes that youll ever hear. Zecchini editore has published an italian translation of cord gardens book arturo benedetti michelangeli. Michelangeli s unerring conception is transparent and scintillating, richer than it appears, and ripe with truth.
Explore releases from the the arturo benedetti michelangeli edition label. Plays debussy arturo benedetti michelangeli similar. Michelangeli, arturo benedetti, debussy, claude preludes. Front cover though he is without a doubt one of the mad genius pianists of the century, michelangelis reputation is sustained essentially by two recordings or groups of recordings. Jan 01, 2005 listen to your favorite songs from debussy. Arturo benedetti michelangeli debussy preludes, book1. Claude debussy arturo benedetti michelangeli claude debussy arturo benedetti michelangeli preludes vol. Arturo benedetti michelangeli debussy preludes vol. Preludes, book 1 arturo benedetti michelangeli on allmusic 1984. Claude debussy was a universal genius, known for his originality and creativity. Images by arturo benedetti michelangeli and tens of millions of other songs on all your devices with amazon music unlimited.
The delicate touch of michelangeli is perfect for debussys compositions. As he plays debussys book 1 preludes, you notice how effortlessly his arms, hands, and fingers are choreographed to the music. Arturo benedetti michelangeli was one of the most remarkable pianists of the 20th century. He later entered milan conservatory as a piano student of giuseppe anfossi, graduating at age 14. This recording by arturo benedetti michelangeli has become legendary. Gratwanderungen mit einem genie the book includes a sampler cd from. Debussy arturo benedetti michelangeli preludes book 2 ondine. The information has been transcribed from the covers of cds, not from original sources, and cannot necessarily be relied upon for accuracy. For this reason, in the spring of 1999, the arturo benedetti michelangeli documentation centre was set up in brescia, and has now become an international point of reference for the collection of sources and authentic testimonies concerning the maestro, and for publishing books, studies and essays on his art. Arturo benedetti michelangeli debussy preludes, book 1. The arturo benedetti michelangeli edition label releases. Preludes book 1 1978 youtube arturo benedetti michelangeli concert in lugano,1981 complete duration. Michelangeli s unique creative touch made him somewhat of a prophet to the new art of debussy.
May 27, 20 arturo benedetti michelangeli debussy preludes, book 1. Claude debussy arturo benedetti michelangeli preludes volume. Debussy beautifully suggests the movement and play of water as the water nymph lures unwary passersby to their underwater palaces. Preludes, book 2 debussy on this page you can discover detailed information about preludes, book 2 debussy piano music including free printable sheet music, piano tabs, mp3s, how to learn the piano part and more useful info. This prelude turns to antiquity, to the dances at the temple of apollo at delphi, an evocation of a fragment of sculpture, perhaps. Michelangeli dvd by jed distler on january 27, 2008 in dressed in a chic tan turtleneck, untucked, but with a belt clasped around. Arturo benedetti michelangeli e stato uno dei migliori pianisti del ventesimo secolo. Buy both cd the first and second book and youll understand once more why. Debussys music needs a great interpreter that expresses all the suggestions by the score. Arturo benedetti michelangeli debussy preludes, book 1 youtube.
Arturo benedetti michelangeli was born during the night of 5 to 6 january 1920 in brescia, italy. Claude debussy preludes, book 2 l 123 ondine arturo benedetti michelangeli great sound. Michelangeli, arturo benedetti, debussy, claude debussy. Debussy arturo benedetti michelangeli preludes book 2. Preludes book 1, an album by claude debussy, arturo benedetti michelangeli on spotify. Arturo benedetti michelangeli bio, albums, pictures naxos. Claude debussy arturo benedetti michelangeli preludes. Rate your music is an online community of people who love music. As youd expect, aimards accounts of the 24 pieces are technically impeccable. One of the most enigmatic and compelling performers of the 20th century, michelangeli was.
Around the age of ten he began piano studies at the milan conservatory with giovanni anfossi and graduated with a diploma in piano at the age of thirteen. Preludes i 19782020 flac tracks 24bit192 khz time 43. Preludes volume 1 by arturo benedetti michelangeli album. Arturo benedetti michelangeli, italian pianist best known for his interpretations of romantic music, particularly that of claude debussy. Find arturo benedetti michelangeli credit information on allmusic. The legendary italian pianist arturo benedetti michelangeli 19201995, playing at the height of his powers, performs some of debussys most sensuous and arresting music for piano, in the famously rare 1962 rai television recording, newly restored and remastered for this release. Buy arturo benedetti michelangeli 10cd box set online at.
Dressed in a chic tan turtleneck, untucked, but with a belt clasped around it, arturo benedetti michelangeli sits at the piano in an intimate studio in october, 1978. Preludes vol 1, images michelangeli dg the originals. Michelangelis dg recordings of debussy are legendary. The preludes book one are deeply insightful readings that hold the.
This is a partial cd discography of recordings by the italian pianist arturo benedetti michelangeli, which is offered in the absence of a more comprehensive and authoritative discography elsewhere. Piano works by arturo benedetti michelangeli and tens of millions of other songs on all your devices with amazon music unlimited. His childrens corner is pure magic, profound, completely free. Michelangelis approach is seen to greatest disadvantage in the mozart concertos. Details about arturo benedetti michelangeli debussy preludes vol. These marvelous gifts are captured wonderfully on this cd of piano works by claude debussy.