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Brahms: Piano Works, Op. 76, Handel Variations
Brahms, Vera Breheda
Brahms: Piano Works, Op. 76, Handel Variations
Genre: Classical
 
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Ms. Breheda plays Brahms on this breathtaking CD of the short piano pieces, Op. 76, and the magnificent Handel Variations. Adding this CD to your collection will enable you to enjoy her velvety pianism and all encompassing...  more »

     
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All Artists: Brahms, Vera Breheda
Title: Brahms: Piano Works, Op. 76, Handel Variations
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Con Brio Recordings
Original Release Date: 6/1/2000
Re-Release Date: 9/1/2000
Genre: Classical
Styles: Chamber Music, Historical Periods, Classical (c.1770-1830)
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 650687172028

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Ms. Breheda plays Brahms on this breathtaking CD of the short piano pieces, Op. 76, and the magnificent Handel Variations. Adding this CD to your collection will enable you to enjoy her velvety pianism and all encompassing maturity of interpretation of the great master pianist.
 

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"Must have" disc for all Brahms lovers
ConBrioRecordings.com | Berkeley, CA United States | 07/24/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Vera Breheda's recording of the 8 Piano Pieces Op. 76 conveys all their romance and tenderness, from the essentially intimate pieces which the composer calls "intermezzi", to the fiery and passionate ones to which he gives the deceptive title "Caprices". These last have all the breathtaking sweep and virtuosity one could desire without becoming mere virtuoso display. The subtleties of Brahms' thought are clothed in the most enchanting sounds, from dreamy repose the utmost fervour and agitation... The recorded sound is warm and spacious. The earlier Handel Variations round out the disc. These were apparently taken from a live performance and although the sound is less pristine, Breheda's performance is no less convincing, both emotionally and intellectually. This is a "must have" disc for all Brahms-lovers."