This page lists all recordings of Etudes symphoniques, Op. 13 (Symphonic Studies), by Robert Schumann (1810-56) on CD & DVD. Generally, more recent CDs and DVDs are listed first, but with priority given to items that are in stock. |
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See Terms & Conditions for p&p rates. | |  | Schumann - Piano Works & Chamber Music IV
In this CD, the fourth volume of the complete works for the piano
and for chamber music with piano, Eric Le Sage takes four monuments
of Schumann's solo piano repertoire: the Humoreske Op. 20
and the Klaviersonate Op.11 (CD1), the Albumblätter (topped up by
three pieces from the Klavierstücke) and the Études in the form of
Variations Op.13 (CD2).The acoustic qualities of the Chauxde-
Fonds Hall is caught in all its magic by Jean-Marc Laisné.This set firmly establishes Eric Le Sage and his
Schumann project as a benchmark for Schumann interpreters.Vol.3 is Chamber Music Choice in the May issue
of BBC Music Magazine. “ While in [Le Sage's] previous collection of Schumann's chamber music with piano he showed himself to be an attentive collaborator, his solo piano playing never really suggests that he has strong enough views on Schumann to justify a whole series of discs. In the Humoresque, the F sharp minor Sonata and the Etudes Symphoniques, his playing is perfectly correct and musical, but ultimately just tepid; if the Bunte Blätter Op 99 fares better, it's because the 14 pieces are less memorable musically and expressively far less ambitious.” The Guardian, 6th July 2008 ** “Throughout this recital Le Sage is especially good at conveying the music's impulsiveness, but he also responds well to the more poetic side of Schumann. These are altogether exceptionally sympathetic and rewarding performances.” BBC Music Magazine, July 2008 **** “a really striking player…very musicianly in Schumann” CD Review | 
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“... her piano playing already bears the mark of the three great pianists who fashioned it, and of whom she has succeeded in creating an improbable synthesis: the panache of Martha Argerich, the musicality of Leon Fleisher and the Impeccable finish of Krystian Zimerman.” Diapason | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Pierre-Laurent Aimard (piano) Recorded live at the Konzerthaus, Vienna “On his own, Aimard combines virtuoso panache with a limpid touch.” Daily Telegraph, Jan 2005 | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Sviatoslav Richter (piano) | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | Géza Anda
Recorded at the Edinburgh Festival 1955 “Anda live and in commanding form.” Gramophone Magazine “…this BBC Legends release, a recording of a 1955 Edinburgh Festival recital, finds a peerless keyboard master in his prime…in terms of pianistic magic…this CD has a great deal to offer.” BBC Music Magazine “A lyrical pleasure…emotional tenderness and humanity, Anda breathes life across a generous gamut of musical expression…” MusicWeb International | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Dirk Joeres | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Rudolf Buchbinder (piano) Little would be gained by describing the exceptional standing of a pianist like Rudolf Buchbinder, who has consistently confirmed his command of his instrument over a period of several decades. Buchbinder brings to these works an expert's true grasp of style, a sovereign technique and an unerring ability to find his way through the fashionable manifestations of 'historically correct' performing practice. Central to this recital in the Großes Festspielhaus was the 'Appassionata' Sonata, but his readings of Johann Sebastian's English Suite and Schumann reveal no less skill and thoughtfulness. |
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| |  | Sergio Fiorentino - The Early RecordingsVolume 6 - Schumann
Sergio Fiorentino (piano) “Fiornetino's rapport with Schumann is in no doubt in the masterly recital. Listen to the marvellous way he can spin a melodic line at speed in No 3 of the Symphonic Etudes… all of which are played with a masterly array of colour, touch and inflection.” Gramophone Magazine, April 2008 | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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