Schumann, Piano Sonata No.2 in G minor Op.22 (Martha Argerich) скачать в хорошем качестве

Schumann, Piano Sonata No.2 in G minor Op.22 (Martha Argerich)

R.Schumann's Piano Sonata No.2 in G minor Op.22, with with a theme-and-structure analysis and synchronized sheet music (score) Performance: Martha Argerich (piano), 1971/06 Stereo, Plenar-Saal der Akademie der Wissenschaften, Residenz, München Analysis, Score Editing, Synch: ScoreMan 00:00 Movement 1: So rasch wie möglich 05:29 Movement 2: Andantino 10:23 Movement 3: Scherzo. Sehr rasch und markiert 11:55 Movement 4: Rondo. Presto OVERVIEW The Piano Sonata No. 2 captures Schumann at a young, passionate stage of his career, wrestling with classical form while pushing Romantic expression to its limits. It stands as a vibrant, challenging, and emotionally charged sonata — a true “portrait” of Schumann’s restless spirit. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Schumann originally conceived this sonata around 1833, but it didn’t fully satisfy him. He revised it several times, even replacing the slow movement (the original Andantino was later published separately as Novellette Op. 21 No. 1). The “Presto passionato” finale was also discarded and replaced with the more polished Rondo: Presto – Etwas langsamer – Presto we know today. It was published in 1839 with a dedication to Clara. At the time, Schumann was struggling with the balance between lyrical expression and large-scale sonata form — something he admired in Beethoven but often felt alien to his own poetic, fragmentary style. Clara, herself a formidable pianist, was central to Schumann’s creative life. His works from this period often have her in mind, whether as muse or intended interpreter. MUSICAL SIGNIFICANCE Form & Scale: Although labeled a “sonata,” it stretches the boundaries of classical sonata form, leaning toward a romantic, free fantasy-like structure. This already foreshadows Liszt’s and later composers’ expansive approaches to the sonata. Thematic Unity: Schumann often weaves motivic connections across movements, giving the whole sonata a sense of organic unity. Virtuosity & Lyricism: It requires a pianist who can balance technical brilliance (stormy runs, dense textures, bold rhythms) with lyrical sensitivity (the tender Aria). Romantic Intensity: The piece embodies the Romantic spirit—restless passion, sudden mood shifts, and deeply personal expression. Today, it remains one of Schumann’s major piano sonatas, often regarded as his most passionate and fiery among the three (Op.11, Op.22, Op.14). Pianists who perform it highlight its orchestral textures, dramatic character contrasts, and intimate lyricism.