While any of Liszt's superb transcriptions of Beethoven's first eight symphonies is a challenge for the pianist, the two-piano arrangement of the Ninth is at once spellbinding and a formidable test. This remarkable synthesis of soloists, chorus and orchestra presents a powerful structure that condenses all the fearsome difficulties of ensemble playing for the two pianists. This version by Philippe Cassard and CÃ©dric Pescia displays extraordinary nobility, truth and grandeur, with the epic sweep ideally suited to the "Ode to Joy".

Tracklist:

Symphony No. 9, Transcription for Two Pianos By Franz Liszt - I. Allegro Ma Non Troppo, Un Poco Maestoso
Symphony No. 9, Transcription for Two Pianos By Franz Liszt - II. Molto Vivace - Presto
Symphony No. 9, Transcription for Two Pianos By Franz Liszt - III. Adagio Molto E Cantabile - Andante Moderato - Adagio Stesso T
Symphony No. 9, Transcription for Two Pianos By Franz Liszt - IV. Finale: Presto
Symphony No. 9, Transcription for Two Pianos By Franz Liszt - V. Finale: Allegro Assai - Presto - Recitativo - Allegro Assai
Symphony No. 9, Transcription for Two Pianos By Franz Liszt - VI. Finale: Allegro Assai Vivace Alla Marcia - Andante Maestoso -
Symphony No. 9, Transcription for Two Pianos By Franz Liszt - VII. Finale: Allegro Energico - Allegro Ma Non Tanto - Prestissimo

UPC: 3770001904115
Label: La Dolce Volta
Release Date: 10.23.20
Format: CD

Philippe Cassard / Pescia,Cedric - Beethoven/Liszt: Symphony No. 9 (CD)