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András Schiff plays Schumann's Kreisleriana and Études Symphoniques

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Very insightful interpretations of two of Schumann's greatest piano works. Recorded in 1991.

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I will say something more later. I am just overcome by this performance. I love Schumann's works and love how Mr Schiff understands them totally. Immaculate i performance in every possible way.

@quaver1239 6 months ago

Thirty-five years ago, and as fresh and glorious as it was then. I will soon be 84, and the musicianship of Sir András has given me one of the few unflagging joys in my life. The Kreisleriana and Symphonic Études are as glowing now in 2026 as they were when I first heard him play them. To my mind (and this is only MY mind) his performance of these two works (and many more) remain unsurpassed. Thank you, Sir András Schiff.

@kliberalsing 4 years ago

Wauw, this is.....another level.

@bachopinbee5991 3 years ago

48:31 Purely magical. The melodic line, the second voice in tandem, the buildup, the climax and then the pleading 2nd voice. My God😢😢😢

@quaver1239 7 years ago

Recorded in 1991 when András Schiff was about 38. Even then, so young, he was one of the world’s great musicians and pianists. Fills one with awe - the dedication, practice, study, determination, and his empathic interpretations of Schumann. Thank you for this jewel.

@quaver1239 6 years ago

2020 now, and I have listened to the Études played by András Schiff 20 times or more; also to performances by other great pianists. Have to say, though, that it is Schiff’s performance I truly love above all others. For me, his playing, his music-making, are deeply moving in addition to the intelligence with which he performs. Thank you.

@golomaurer8472 2 years ago

Simply the best. Based also on a profound understanding of German romantic culture and literature, essential for any Schumann interpretation.

@harriethochdorf7909 4 years ago

Beautiful thanks for this beautiful special listening time

@lewismackenzie7484 5 years ago

Of all interpretations of the études symphoniques, this has to be my favourite

@kaitopianoforte 5 years ago (edited)

Kreisleriana Op.16
0:25 1 Äußerst bewegt
3:20 2 Sehr innig und nicht zu rasch
11:13 3 Sehr aufgeregt
15:40 4 Sehr langsam
18:55 5 Sehr lebhaft
21:56 6 Sehr langsam
25:24 7 Sehr rasch
27:41 8 Schnell und spielend

Études Symphoniques Op.13
31:24 Theme
33:03 Etude 1
34:18 Etude 2
37:28 Etude 3
38:57 Etude 4
39:57 Etude 5
41:16 Etude 6
42:13 Etude 7
43:32 Etude 8
46:24 Etude 9
47:07 Etude 10
48:32 Etude 11
51:31 Etude 12(Finale-1852version)
57:57 Variation 5(posthumous works)

@antoniocostanza570 5 years ago

Grandissimo bravissimo geniale solista pianista

@quaver1239 2 years ago (edited)

2024 now. Haven't changed my opinion even one bit. András Schiff's musicianship has grown and flourished in the many years I've been listening to him. First time was 1988, Melbourne, Australia. I was mesmerised then - and am even more so now, particularly when hearing him play J S Bach. Many thanks for this repeat performance of two great Schumann works.