Title: Samson François – Chopin: 4 Ballades, 4 Scherzos (1954-1955/2011)
Genre: Classical
Format: SACD ISO
Francois unfolds a world of Chopin filled with inspiration unique to him. With his genius flashes of insight and fantasy, the beautiful yet ephemeral world of Chopin is expressed with poetic richness. This is one of Francois’ dream-filled works from his youth. EMI Music Japan
Tracklist:
4 Ballades
01. Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23 (7:48)
02. Ballade No. 2 in F, Op. 38 (6:53)
03. Ballade No. 3 in A flat, Op. 47 (7:08)
04. Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52 (9:26)
4 Scherzos
05. Scherzo No. 1 in B minor, Op. 20 (8:36)
06. Scherzo No. 2 in B flat minor, Op. 31 (10:20)
07. Scherzo No. 3 in C sharp minor, Op. 39 (6:49)
08. Scherzo No. 4 in E, Op. 54 (12:06)
Personnel:
Samson François, piano
Note:
(1)-(4) Recorded at the Salle de la Mutualité, Paris on 26-28.X.1954
(5)-(8) Recorded at the Salle de la Mutualité, Paris on 14-15.IX.1955
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