That’s not to say Lang’s performance is overly calculated. Mehr als 20 Jahre beschäftigte er sich mit diesem Werk von Bach, das als eines der größten Herausforderungen für jeden Pianisten gilt. What we get in this beautiful set of CDs, is a brilliant and thought out rendition of Bach's monumental work, so inspiring and so moving. Lang’s bass line is stronger and he sometimes emphasizes the bar lines, a bit too much in the declaratory variations as No. 1, in a performance that … Review: Bach – Goldberg Variations – Lang Lang, Piano. He enters the fray with versions that aren't just virtuosic, thorough, or colorful, but profoundly moving as well. Glenn Gould die Variationen immer so "runtergehämmert" hat? Lang Lang has realised a lifelong dream by recording Johann Sebastian Bach’s monumental keyboard work, the Goldberg Variations, often described as “a musical Everest”.It will be released in two complementary performances given by the pianist: the first was recorded in a single take in concert at the Thomaskirche in Leipzig, Bach’s workplace for almost 30 years and site of his grave; the second was … This is the first time start pianist Lang Lang records a big Bach piece, having recorded only short samples for few collections. Lang Lang waited 20 years to perfect his interpretation of the Goldberg Variations. When I started playing the ‘Aria’, … This is a unique set of Goldbergs, which says a lot. Der Weltstar unter den Tastenfegern legt die Barock-Variationen verblüffend differenziert an. Mehr als 20 Jahre beschäftigte er sich mit dem Werk von Bach. Lang Lang's Goldberg Variations recording is released in a deluxe edition that collects two performances spread with profligate zeal across four discs in a handsomely appointed cardboard bookcase. It was the work he played for memory for conductor and pianist Christoph Eschenbach at the tender age of 17. Lang Lang performs J.S. Maybe he did too. Im März, kurz bevor die Corona-Pandemie alles lahm legte, hat Lang Lang d a s Meisterwerk des Barock eingespielt: Bachs Goldberg-Variationen. Mehr als 20 Jahre beschäftigte er sich mit dem Werk von Bach, das als eine der größten Herausforderungen für Pianisten gilt. Previous page. Although he was very aware of the composer’s long association with the church, the emotional impact of playing this monumental work just metres from Bach’s grave still took him by surprise. Interview, Lang Lang on Bach's Goldberg Variations. Glück im Unglück. When writing the 3-part guide to the best recordings of the Goldberg Variations, I was astonished by the number of good performances, trying to locate 3 or 4 exceptional versions. Lang Lang versuchte sich früh an dem Werk. Nun liegen Lang Langs Goldberg-Variationen in zwei unterschiedlichen Fassungen vor: als Konzertmitschnitt, der Anfang März 2020 in einem einzigen Take in der Leipziger Thomaskirche aufgenommen wurde, und als Studioeinspielung, die zwei Wochen später in Berlin entstand. This is the first time start pianist Lang Lang records a big Bach piece, having recorded only short samples for few collections. Lang Lang first began exploring this masterpiece more than 20 years ago and presents this record as the outcome of a long personal and emotional journey. But in concerts he played while emerging from the Curtis Institute, Lang Lang’s calling card was the Mendelssohn Piano Concerto No. Picture: DG Stage “The Leipzig St Thomas Church is kind of a holy land for me, especially to experience Bach’s music and soul,” Lang Lang told Classic FM. 4.8 out of 5. He's studied the work along the way and points unexpectedly to Nikolaus Harnoncourt and fortepianist Andreas Staier as figures who shaped his conception of the music, but he waited until age 38 to record the work, in 2020. Die Interpretation von Lang Lang ist grandios und in Ihrer Emotionalität und Bewegtheit geradezu phantastisch, modern und einzigartig. After all, the flamboyant Chinese pianist has been an easy target for attacks on his grandstanding manner in the Romantic piano repertory; his unabashed … Bach's monumental Goldberg Variations stand alone in the piano literature as a work of unique artistry and brilliance. This release includes both a live concert and a studio recording of the same music. If one tries to find influences, there is a slight resemblance to Rosalyn Tureck’s performances, where some voices are put on the shadow in order to highlight a certain phrase (var. Die Goldberg-Variationen aufzunehmen war für Lang Lang ein Lebenstraum und nun präsentiert der Star-Pianist sein erstes Barock Album. Comme tout ce qu’il touche, Lang Lang en fait souvent trop (c’est en fait deux enregistrements qu’il édite), relayé par une machine médiatique qui exige toujours plus d'esbrouffes, de déclarations tonitruante, alors même que pour aborder son premier enregistrement dédié à Bach la superstar chinoise assumait un véritable parcours initiatique pour … Lang Lang’s performance of Bach’s ‘Goldberg Variations’ from Leipzig’s historic St Thomas Church will be streamed on 19 November 2020. Tal Agam - September 4, 2020 November 4, 2020. Sensitive listeners may also notice a slight change in tuning and voicing of Lang’s instrument in the second half of the cycle. »Die „Goldberg-Variationen” sind nicht nur ein einzigartiges Werk der Klavierliteratur und das kreativste, sondern auch das vielschichtigste«, sagt LANG LANG. As always with Lang Lang’s releases on Deutsche Grammophon, one cannot just buy into a single product; there is a “mini-documentary series”, signed autographs social campaigns, high profile news conferences, and a new set of images, over 25 of them are included in this new set. Bach: Goldberg Variations by Lang Lang album art work. WDR 3 TonArt. The theme hangs in the air as if it’s uncertain when and where it wants to come down. Glenn Gould’s score for JS Bach’s Goldberg Variations. Mir hat dies sehr gut gefallen und bin begeistert. La sortie de son interprétation des Variations Goldberg est l'évènement pianistique de la rentrée, mais suscite aussi quelques réserves des puristes. CD-Kritik: Lang Lang spielt Bachs Goldbergvariationen. Studio + Live) von Lang Lang bei Amazon Music. Er muss es wissen, trug er den kompletten Zyklus doch schon mit 17 Jahren – in einem ähnlichen Alter wie damals Johann Gottlieb Goldberg – dem Dirigenten Christoph Eschenbach vor, in einer Nachtsitzung, auswendig und spontan. The live version certainly worths the price of admission (around 25% more, in my calculation) – there is additional freedom, almost recklessness, in this alternative live performance, sometimes at the expense of accuracy, and Lang’s showmanship, at times, gets the better of him. Lang Lang wagt sich an ein Meisterwerk des Barock. JS Bach’s Goldberg Variations are an unlikely musical icon. Siciliano / Lang Lang, BACH Italian Concerto in F Major: II. Entdecken Sie Bach: Goldberg Variations (Deluxe Edt. Lang Lang said that studying Bach’s “Goldberg” Variations “takes you to another level of thinking.” Credit... Gus Powell for The New York Times Above all, there is a singing quality and a lovely tone. J’ai essayé d’apprendre l’interprétation de Bach telle qu’elle était jouée sur un orgue baroque. Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1 . Andante / Lang Lang, BACH Goldberg Variations / Lang Lang (Deluxe), BACH Goldberg Variations: Aria / Lang Lang. 4.8 out of 5 stars. 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Lang Lang's Goldberg Variations recording is released in a deluxe edition that collects two performances spread with profligate zeal across four discs in a handsomely appointed cardboard bookcase. For one thing, they lack an iconic tune to take home in your gift bag. By. Mehr als 20 Jahre beschäftigte er sich mit dem Werk von Bach, das als eine der größten Herausforderungen für Pianisten gilt. Werbefrei streamen oder als CD und MP3 kaufen bei Amazon.de. Die Goldberg-Variationen aufzunehmen war für Lang Lang ein Lebenstraum: Nun präsentiert der Star-Pianist sein erstes Barock Album. Lang Lang Bach: Goldberg Variations Deutsche Grammophon 2020 The promotional stuff first. The edition includes one performance in the studio and one performed and recorded live to a receptive audience in Leipzig's Thomaskirche, where Bach served as kapellmeister and where the … Unfortunately the lavishness of the packaging isn’t the only indulgence here. Customers who bought this item also bought . Die Dokumentation "Lang Langs Goldberg-Variationen" von Andreas Morell, die 3sat am Samstag, 12. Seine über 80-jährige erste Klavierlehrerin erinnert ihn daran, wer er ist und was ihm in seiner Interpretation wirklich wichtig sein sollte. Auf Lang Langs sehr persönlicher Reise zu »seinen« Goldberg-Variationen hat der Musiker wichtige Begleiter: Das ist zunächst seine mütterliche Freundin und Ratgeberin Prof. Zhu Ya Fen, die er in Shenzhen trifft. Live-Einspielung und Studioaufnahme: das neue Album von Lang Lang. Bereits als 17-Jähriger spielte er es auf eine Art und Weise, die den Pianisten und Dirigenten Christoph Eschenbach damals – nachts, in einem leeren Theater – staunend zurückließ: »Auswendig, perfekt studiert, mit enormem Stilvermögen – welches Erlebnis!«, … Ein Schall für zwei Lang Lang besteigt Bachs Goldberg - und fällt nicht 12. Die Goldberg-Variationen aufzunehmen war für Lang Lang ein Lebenstraum: Nun präsentiert der Star-Pianist sein erstes Barock Album. 215 global ratings. “Das vielschichtigste Werk der Klavierliteratur” nennt Starpianist Lang Lang Bachs Goldberg-Variationen. Lang Lang: A Goldberg Variations For Our Time. Les Variations Goldberg : Bach - Lang Lang C'était un moment tout à fait exceptionnel et particulier d’interpréter la musique de Bach non loin de sa tombe. Star-Pianist Lang Lang hat sich dafür Zeit gelassen - und bringt das Werk mit 38 Jahren gleich zweimal auf CD heraus. Details. So kommen bei den "Goldberg Variationen" Pianisten oft an ihre Grenzen. Auf Lang Langs sehr persönlicher Reise zu »seinen« Goldberg-Variationen hat der Musiker wichtige Begleiter: Das ist zunächst seine mütterliche Freundin und Ratgeberin Prof. Zhu Ya Fen, die er in Shenzhen trifft. It covers new album reviews by knowledgeable and independent writers, as well as in-depth guides and news. Read our Best Of guides for classical music. But it’s interesting to observe how the pianist adapts the narrative to new acoustics and added audience. Der chinesische Pianist Lang Lang wagt sich an die Goldberg-Variationen von Bach. Maybe time will tell; certainly not instantly. Everest” of the classical keyboard literature, J.S. Douglas McLennan - October 1, 2020. Lang Lang, a certified classical music "superstar" much loved by audiences for his performances of the romantic repertoire and detested by the cognoscenti and critics for being overly dramatic and self-indulgent, waited until age 38 to release a fully realized recording of Bach's mathematically certified "Goldberg Variations"—a piece definitely at odds with his romantic "sweet … Margarete Zander war unterwegs mit dem Pianisten Lang Lang Lang und hat sich durch ganz besondere Geheimgänge zu Johann Sebastian Bachs Goldberg-Variationen führen lassen. To some of his more patient listeners, this is a return to his true self (or at least one of his more neglected true selves). “And for the Goldberg Variations, you can’t find a better location than the St Thomas church. Bach’s epic Goldberg Variations.We expected that. by David Smith. Datum: 12.09.2020 2. In der akribischen Annäherung an Bachs monolithisches Werk verbinden sich barocke Authentizität und modernes Spiel zu einer harmonischen Synthese. Auszüge aus Lang Langs Goldberg-Variationen. The studio recording catches the subtleties of Lang’s pianism well, sometimes on the verge of being too clinical – one can sense the microphone separations given to the different registers of the piano. Interview, Lang Lang on Bach's Goldberg Variations by David Smith Chinese pianist Lang Lang is a household name in a way that few classical musicians ever truly achieve; even before his performance at the opening ceremony of the 2008 Olympics in Beijing brought his musicianship to four billion screens worldwide, he had amassed an impressive discography of recitals and concertos, and has continued to … Obviously, everyone wants to record Goldberg Variations, but not many have shown as much sharp and observant insight as Lang Lang. The piece – a theme and thirty … Lang Lang waited 20 years to perfect his interpretation of the Goldberg Variations. What we get in this beautiful set of CDs, is a brilliant and thought out rendition of Bach's monumental work, so inspiring and so moving. Lang’s dynamic range for Bach is wider and has more contrast than, say, Perahia or Tharaud, both of which are two of the best digital versions. But, the differences in interpretation are limited to a few variations, while most of the works are near-identical. 1 and 10. Get our periodic classical music newsletter with our recent reviews, news and beginners guides. The live recording is a bit different from the studio recording, with Lang Lang taking some variations a lot faster in front of the audience (showmanship again?). In stock. This continuous perception makes for some unique tempo choices, as in the variations 13 and 25 (“Black Pearl”), which are slower than most, or variation 19, which is given a jumpy character. Bach. All rights reserved. In March 2020, Lang Lang gave only his second ever live performance of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Goldberg Variations at Leipzig’s historic St Thomas Church. Over time, he looked for the advice of Bach experts like harpsichordist and early keyboard specialist Andreas Staier to help develop his relationship with the monumental work. Lang Lang playing the Goldberg Variations at the Thomaskirche in Leipzig. The studio recording is better quality, of course, but the live recording is good. Explore our masterpiece guide to Bach’s ‘Goldberg Variations’ featuring Lang Lang’s studio and live recordings of the monumental work. The Goldberg Variations have played a unique role in Lang Lang’s career and development as an artist. Pianist Lang Lang attends the release ceremony of his latest recording of Johann Sebastian Bach's "Goldberg Variations" on Sept. 4, 2020 in Beijing, China. Lang Lang’s exuberant brand of showmanship is genuine. Details from DG HERE. There is good voice leading and transparency, though, and as always with Lang, a showmanship in the fast variations – not a bad thing when you consider how difficult these variations are. But I for one will go back to this new version, if only to re-listen to Lang’s interesting handling of the repeats, holistic perception, and impressive pianism. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means. This item: Bach: Goldberg Variations by Lang Lang Audio CD £20.27. Die Goldberg-Variationen gelten als eine der größten pianistischen Herausforderungen, die ein Interpret antreten kann. In addition to the concert stream, Lang Lang is also releasing a series of new recordings from his forthcoming Goldberg Variations Extended Edition, which is set for digital release on 12 February 2021.The new version of his acclaimed double album (which features both live and studio recordings) includes seven bonus tracks – four of which will be released digitally on Friday 20 … Lang Lang says that he has been playing Bach's Goldberg Variations, BWV 988, from memory since he was a teenager. Per this NYT article today, Lang Langs first recorded performance of the Goldberg Variations will be available on September 4. Sent from and sold by Amazon. Mehr als 20 Jahre lang beschäftigte er sich mit dem Werk, bevor er sich zur Aufnahme entschied. Mit 17 Jahren spielte er in einem leeren Konzertsaal - "auswendig, perfekt studiert, mit enormem Stilvermögen", wie sich der Pianist und Dirigent Christoph Eschenbach erinnert. He always ads interesting ornaments and variants in dynamics to the second repeat of each variation, and there is a constant bit to the complete cycle, making it feel like a whole even on the slow variations. Bach's monumental 'Goldberg Variations' stand alone in the piano literature as a work of unique artistry and brilliance. ), BACH Goldberg Variations – Selections / Lang Lang (Live from Beijing / Visual Album), BACH Christmas Oratorio: X. Sinfonia / Lang Lang, BACH Flute Sonata in E Flat Major: II. Eingespielt hat er die Goldberg-Variationen in der Leipziger Thomaskirche und im Studio. Mehr als 20 Jahre beschäftigte er sich mit dem Werk von Bach, das als eine der größten Herausforderungen für Pianisten gilt. Die „Goldberg“-Variationen sind bis heute eine Herausforderung für jeden Pianisten – ein Gradmesser interpretatorischer Kunst, dem man sich wie Lang Lang nur mit liebevoller wie kompromissloser Hingabe nähern kann und der auch immer eine Portion Demut voraussetzt: „Nicht alles im Leben kann man mit Willen und Anstrengung erreichen“, erklärte er kürzlich. 02.09.2020 - Von dpa, Esteban Engel, KIZ . Die Goldberg-Variationen aufzunehmen war für den Pianisten Lang Lang ein Lebenstraum. Rachmaninoff: Prludes; tudes-Tableaux; Moments musicaux by Sergei Babayan Audio CD £12.93. Berlin - Für Pianisten gelten Bachs «Goldberg Variationen» als Meister- und Reifeprüfung. Hier können Sie Johann Sebastian Bachs Goldberg-Variationen BWV 988 online bestellen. Seine über 80-jährige erste Klavierlehrerin erinnert ihn daran, wer er ist und was ihm in seiner Interpretation wirklich wichtig sein sollte. In the (many) promotional materials for this album, the pianist said he plays and studies the Goldberg Variations for 20 years, and his performance is clearly considered. From the opening phrase of the Aria, which is so simple yet full of emotion, and throughout the journey of the variations, Lang Lang demonstrates his soft and tender side as well as his amazing … In stock. Bach’s Goldberg Variations See Our Upcoming Concerts “One could discuss at length where – in the field between the exceptional and the magnificent – Lang Lang positions himself with his interpretation of the Goldberg Variations.” stated the Leipziger Volkszeitung after Lang Lang’s concert at the iconic St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, Germany in early March 2020. The booklet the CDs are in contains notes and lots of pictures of … Heres a taste: Another performance which resembles Lang’s in some aspects is Beatrice Rana’s impressive version (Warner Classics), both taking the opening Aria slowly and maintain a continuity of rhythm (Rana is less creative with repeats). In fact, the first 10 variations are delivered with high spirit and are the more successful succession of this performance. The Classic Review was launched in 2018 for classical music lovers around the globe. After 20 years of study, Lang Lang finally decided he was ready to record Bach’s renowned Goldberg Variations, the “Everest of the keyboard repertoire”. Lang Lang has realised a lifelong dream by recording Johann Sebastian Bach’s monumental keyboard work, the Goldberg Variations, often described as “a musical Everest”.It will be released on Deutsche Grammophon on 4 September in two complementary performances given by the pianist: the first was recorded in a single take in concert at the Thomaskirche in Leipzig, Bach’s workplace for … Habe nie verstanden warum z.B. 07.09.2020. Lang Lang performs Bach’s ‘Goldberg Variations’ at St Thomas Church, Leipzig – watch full concert via DG Stage. The long knives have already come out for this one — Lang Lang’s first (and second) go at what the publicity is calling the “Mt. Lang Lang's new album to feature two different versions of Bach's Goldberg Variations Friday, July 10, 2020 The pianist's new DG release, which he describes as a lifelong dream, will include two performances: a live concert and studio recording of the Goldberg Variations 9). Does Lang Lang join this select group? Im really looking forward to it! Mehr als 20 Jahre beschäftigte er sich mit dem Werk von Bach, das als eine der größten Herausforderungen für Pianisten gilt. »Das Stück lässt uns alles aus uns herausholen, was wir haben, aber auch alles, was wir nicht haben und noch lernen müssen.« Keine Frage, dass der Starpianist LANG LANG diese Aufgabe virtuos gemeistert hat. The results are entirely original, and yet somehow along the lines of … Die Goldberg-Variationen aufzunehmen war für Lang Lang ein Lebenstraum: Nun präsentiert der Star-Pianist sein erstes Barock Album. Lang Lang, pianiste hors normes. Mit Mitte 30 kommt Lang Lang aus einer kreativen Pause zurück in die mediale Öffentlichkeit – und widmet sich diesem Barockstück mit ganz eigener Klangsprache. Bach – Goldberg Variations, BWV 988Lang Lang – PianoDeutsche Grammophon, “Deluxe Edition” (4 CDs) 4819701, Read more classical music reviews or visit The Classic Review Amazon store. Lang Lang: Bach - Goldberg Variations (2020) 1Johann Sebastian Bach: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Aria05:20 2Johann Sebastian Bach: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Variatio 1 a 1 Clav.02:07 3Johann Sebastian Bach: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Variatio 2 a 1 Clav.01:37 4Johann Sebastian Bach: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988: Variatio 3 Canone all'Unisono. Sent from and sold by Amazon. 07:11 Min.. Verfügbar bis 07.09.2021. Aufgezeichnet … It covers classical music reviews, as well as in-depth guides and classical music news. a 1 Clav.03:10 5Johann Sebastian Bach: … Although generally associated with large virtuoso repertoire, Lang Lang does perform and record classical repertoire such as Mozart and Beethoven, where more modest … In addition to the concert stream, Lang Lang is also releasing a series of new recordings from his forthcoming, A fifth single, featuring a work by Robert Schumann, will be digitally released on, The extended edition will include two more new tracks, the first of which is a contemplative arrangement of Bach’s, This seven-track digital project is a companion to Lang Lang’s new studio recording of the, Lang Lang performs Goldberg Variations from Bach’s own church in Leipzig on DG Stage, BACH Goldberg Variations / Lang Lang (Extended Deluxe Edt. Die Goldberg Variationen sind eine meiner Lieblingsstücke in der Musik! Bach: Goldberg Variations … Unsere Anmerkungen Mit seiner Einspielung der „Goldberg-Variationen“ setzt Lang Lang einen neuen Maßstab. Die Goldberg-Variationen aufzunehmen war für Lang Lang ein Lebenstraum: Nun präsentiert der Star-Pianist sein erstes Barock Album. This new Goldberg Variations release finds him bridging musical objectivity and strong personality. Sein Album "Bach: Goldberg Variations" ist ein Meisterwerk. Lang Lang au risque des Variations Golberg de JS. The “deluxe edition” includes another live performance of the variations, made shortly before the studio recording at Bach’s own church, the St. Thomas Church in Leipzig. Die Deluxe Edition stellt dieser wegweisenden Aufnahme einen nicht weniger essenziellen Live-Mitschnitt zur Seite. Customer reviews. The Classic Review was launched in 2018 for classical music lovers around the globe. FREE Delivery in the UK. 0. Although generally associated with large virtuoso repertoire, Lang Lang does perform and record classical repertoire such as Mozart and Beethoven, where more modest qualities of his playing come to light. Lang Lang’s performance of Bach’s ‘Goldberg Variations’ from Leipzig’s historic St Thomas Church will be streamed on 19 November 2020. Er hat sich Zeit genommen!