Pretty good performances here I think. The march loses none of its impact on the lighter instrument as some may expect, quite the opposite in fact, though this interpretation is perhaps a little too brittle at times at the 'drumrole, gun salute' sections, though his basic concept I agree with.
I like Badura-Skoda's treatment of the finale, with subtle use of the moderator lever (knee lever, no pedals at this stage on Viennese pianos) adding an ethereal effect at certain points.
Originally posted by Rod: Pretty good performances here I think. The march loses none of its impact on the lighter instrument as some may expect, quite the opposite in fact, though this interpretation is perhaps a little too brittle at times at the 'drumrole, gun salute' sections, though his basic concept I agree with.
I like Badura-Skoda's treatment of the finale, with subtle use of the moderator lever (knee lever, no pedals at this stage on Viennese pianos) adding an ethereal effect at certain points.
Yes that funeral march is quite remarkable -amazing harmonies, the orchestral version is also fascinating and highly effective. For all you budding pianists out there, the last movement is an excellent rotary study!
Rod, I checked your score link and it wasn't working this morning!
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