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| Composer | Shostakovich, Dmitri (1906-1975) |
| Period | Early 20th century |
| Year | 1950 |
| Work type | Instrumental |
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AmsterdamPreludes and fugues by Shostakovich
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Shostakovich: 24 Preludes and Fugues for piano, Op.87
Alexander Melnikov, Piano
MadridYulianna Avdeeva
Shostakovich: 24 Preludes and Fugues for piano, Op.87
Yulianna Avdeeva, Piano
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Subtlety and precision from Igor Levit in Shostakovich at Wigmore Hall
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A complete cycle of 24 Preludes and Fugues mesmerises a packed Wigmore Hall for nearly two and a half hours.
Full power from the Latvian Radio Choir
Powerfully committed and expert singing from the Latvian Radio Choir under Sigvards Kļava, paired with thoughtful and calm playing from Alexander Melnikov in two highly contrasting works by Shostakovich.
Levit explores interior worlds of Shostakovich
Shostakovich's mighty piano cycle is given a delicate and intense performance - truly an expidition into some of the most personal of the composer's music.