Schnabel was born in lipnik, poland, on april 17, 1882. The very best of the original legendary irish folk festivals vol. This discography also covers many remastered issues of 78 rpm disks issued as lps and cds. Artur schnabel born in austria, schnabel made his name in berlin, where he lived from 190033. Artur schnabel 1 austrianborn pianist artur schnabel 2 18821951 was the first artist to record all of beethovens piano sonatas. Beethovens g major and emperor concertos with the chicago symphony orchestra conducted by its long time music director frederick stock first appeared on 78s.
Audiences in turn venerated schnabel as the supreme beethoven interpreter. August 1951 in axenstein nahe morschach, kanton schwyz, schweiz war ein. With the release of this cd and cp 2 110, all of artur schnabels symphonies and other orchestral works have now been recorded, although the piano concerto 1899, and the rhapsody for orchestra 1947 exist only on longoutofprint recordings. Artur schnabel 17 april 1882 15 august 1951 was an austrianamerican classical pianist, composer and pedagogue. Artur schnabel 17 april 1882 15 august 1951 was an austrian classical pianist, who also composed and taught.
Artur schnabel in performance 1943, 1947 by artur schnabel. Sony classical pays tribute to artur schnabel one of the 20th centurys most influential pianists and musical thinkers with a 2cd set of his complete american rca victor recordings. His compositions were, in ernst kreneks words, of remarkable and unusual significance. Find artur schnabel discography, albums and singles on allmusic allmusic. Artur schnabel biography, albums, streaming links allmusic. Overview v biography v discography v compositions v credits v related v. Since then, it has seldom been out of the catalogue one of the monuments of. He was one of the best pianists of the twentieth century. This event coincided with his performances of these works in a series of concerts in berlin. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet.
This is the only known recording of artur schnabel speaking. Born in 1882 and raised in vienna, artur schnabel began lessons at nine years old with theodor leschetitzky. Artur schnabel the art of artur schnabel vinyl discogs. Isidor was born circa 1854, in dabrowa tarnowska, dabrowa county, lesser poland voivodeship, poland. Listen to your favorite songs from schnabel plays schubert by artur schnabel now. Artur schnabel 18821951 was just about the ideal pianist for mozart, beethoven, and schubert. Order from your preferred classical music cd store arkivmusic. Of course, some critics point to schnabels lack of a virtuoso technique, which is said to mar his recordings of the waldstein, the appassionata, and the hammerklavier. Schnabel s emi beethoven sonatas achieved legendary status almost since it appeared in thirties.
Biography, bach discography and photos of the artist. Artur schnabel s mid30s recordings of the beethoven piano sonatas is beyond all doubt and argument the greatest set of the sonatas ever recorded. Artur schnabel the 194647 hmv solo recordings by mozart, wolfgang amadeus, schumann, robert on cd. May 20, 2009 artur schnabel mono 1932 1935 hmv artur schnabel, the first pianist to record all 32 beethoven sonatas, is still held in the highest esteem by many piano aficionados and his recordings are much sought after. This two cd set from sony contains artur schnabels complete american recordings for rca victor, recorded in june and july of 1942. Artur schnabel born april 17, 1882, lipnik kunzendorf near bielitz, galicia, austrohungarian empire now part of bielskobiala, poland died august 15, 1951, axenstein, switzerland was austrian classical pianist and composer. Among the 20th centurys most respected and important pianists, his playing displayed marked vitality, profundity and. Schonberg, in the great pianists, noted that to many of the last generation, there was but one beethoven pianist and his name was artur schnabel. Schnabels emi beethoven sonatas achieved legendary status almost since it appeared in thirties.
He adored mozarts music and stated, i can spend endless time on it. Artur schnabel biography austrianborn pianist artur schnabel 18821951 was the first artist to record all of beethovens piano sonatas. May 19, 2017 sony classical pays tribute to artur schnabel one of the 20th centurys most influential pianists and musical thinkers. A legend among pianists of the twentieth century, artur schnabel 18821951 is best known as the first performer to record the complete beethovens sonatas. Transfer from the original rca victor 78 set, m 684 by bob. Albums include klaviersonaten, the favourite, and concerto in c major c dur, k. You will know if or when you want schnabel s complete set which, to some, is key to understanding schnabel and even beethoven. No place of exile 0 hours and 52 minutes movie 2018 the exiled austrogerman musician and composer artur schnabel was a giant of his time, but in germany today he is nearly forgotten. Schnabel was born on april 17, 1882, into a jewish family in lipnik, austria. Among the 20th centurys most respected and important pianists, his playing displayed marked vitality, profundity and spirituality in the austrogerman classics, particularly the. His recordings of mozart, schubert and beethoven are legendary. Artur schnabel was an austrian classical pianist, who also composed and taught.
It holds the distinction of the first complete integral set of the beethovens. Schnabel is remembered as having been a great concert pianist who specialized in the music of mozart, beethoven, and schumann. Among the 20th centurys most respected and most important pianists, his playing displayed marked vitality, profundity and spirituality in the austrogerman. Among the 20th centurys most respected and most important pianists, his playing displayed marked vitality, profundity and spirituality in the austrogerman classics, particularly. Artur schnabel april 17, 1882 august 15, 1951 was an austrian classical pianist, who also composed and taught. The most complete discography of recordings played by artur schnabel from the very early piano rolls has been assembled by david bloesch. You will know if or when you want schnabels complete set which, to some, is key to understanding schnabel and even beethoven. Schnabel plays schubert by artur schnabel on amazon music.
Isidor was born circa 1854, in dabrowa tarnowska, dabrowa. Schnabel was known for his intellectual seriousness as a musician, avoiding pure technical bravura. Ashort man with a large moustache, schnabel had little charisma. Find artur schnabel discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Schnabel was renowned for his seriousness as a musician, avoiding anything resembling pure technical bravura. We have resumed very limited warehouse and shipping operations. Artur schnabel the rca victor recordings cd amoeba music.
Schnabel s careful, restrained pacing of the rhapsody in g minor, op. Among the 20th centurys most respected and most important pianists, his playing displayed a vitality, profundity and spirituality in the austrogerman classics. A discography by david bloesch preface by florence kirsch it is well over half a century since artur schnabel began to record the thirtytwo beethoven sonatas in lonoon. Given that schnabel has always been linked to the music of beethoven, this all nonbeethoven compilation is a rare and special treat. He did not try to impress people by playing fast or loud. Play fulllength songs from artur schnabel in performance 1943, 1947 by artur schnabel on your phone, computer and home audio system with napster. Autorip is available only for eligible cds and vinyl sold by amazon eu sarl but does not apply to gift orders or. Schnabel was known for his intellectual seriousness as a. Beethovens 4th and 5th piano concertos, the sonatas, op. Artur schnabel april 17, 1882 august 15, 1951 was an austrian classical pianist, composer and teacher. Artur schnabel 1882 1951 although schnabels parents were not musicians, they encouraged their children to study the piano. Although schnabels parents were not musicians, they encouraged their children to study the piano. The repertoire consists of works schnabel was well known for.
It was leschetizky who steered the boy away from virtuoso showpieces, instead encouraging him to explore the thenneglected piano. Only modestly gifted technically, he was renowned for the depth of his interpretations. Artur schnabel historical records and family trees. Artur schnabel the rca victor recordings by artur schnabel. Artur schnabel, 1882 1951 artur schnabel 1882 1951 artur schnabel was born on month day 1882, at birth place, to isidor schnabel and ernestine taube schnabel born labin. Listen to your favorite songs from artur schnabel the rca victor recordings by artur schnabel now. Artur schnabels mid30s recordings of the beethoven piano sonatas is beyond all doubt and argument the greatest set of the sonatas ever recorded. August 15, 1951 axenstein, switzerland the celerbrated austrianborn american pianist and pedagogue, artur schnabel, studied piano from the age of seven in vienna under theodor leschetizky who said to him you will never be a pianist. Artur schnabel the rca victor recordings brings together all of the pianists sessions for rca victor, recorded within an intense two months of activity in 1942.
Schnabel is remembered as having been a great concert pianist who specialized in the music of mozart. The rca victor recordings brings together all of the pianists sessions for rca victor, recorded within an intense two months of activity in 1942. Of course, some critics point to schnabel s lack of a virtuoso technique, which is said to mar his recordings of the waldstein, the appassionata, and the hammerklavier. These included several spoken recordings, which are not included in this discography. Sony classical pays tribute to artur schnabel one of the 20th centurys most influential pianists and musical thinkers. A company brings clarity to pianist artur schnabel s works many historic recordings have been transferred to cd, but not always as accurately as desirable. A discography by david bloesch preface by florence kirsch it is well over half a century since artur schnabel began to record the thirtytwo beethoven sonatas in london. Among the 20th centurys most respected and most important pianists, his playing displayed. Artur schnabel mono 1932 1935 hmv artur schnabel, the first pianist to record all 32 beethoven sonatas, is still held in the highest esteem by many piano aficionados and his recordings are much sought after. Pianist and schnabel devotee markus pawlik in collaboration with baritone dietrich henschel and the szymanowski. Music profile for artur schnabel, born 17 april 1882. Artur schnabel simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Artur schnabel 17 april, 1882 15 august, 1951 was an austrian classical pianist, who also composed and taught.
Artur schnabel biography life, family, children, name. A company brings clarity to pianist artur schnabels works many historic recordings have been transferred to cd, but not always as accurately as desirable. Artur schnabel april 17, 1882 august 15, 1951 was a composer and also a pianist and teacher. The schnabel music foundation is very grateful for the permission to reproduce this discography here. Among the 20th centurys most respected and important pianists, his playing displayed marked vitality, profundity and spirituality in the austrogerman classics. Which is the correct summary, except that the german name for lipnik was kunzendorf, as it was called at the time of his birth. Artur schnabel historical records and family trees myheritage. Also from the 1942 sessions are the previously unpublished schubert impromptus, d899, a significant addition to schnabels discography.