Jan Smeterlin's performance in the album "Waltzes and Mazurkas" is a true masterpiece of classical music. The album comprises of some of Chopin's most well-known pieces, and Smeterlin's interpretation of them is nothing short of breathtaking. The album's recording quality is top-notch, capturing Smeterlin's delicate touch on the piano with remarkable clarity.
The album's opening track, "Waltz in A-Flat Major, Op. 34 No. 1", sets the tone for the rest of the album. Smeterlin's playing is precise, yet imbued with a sense of emotion that draws the listener in. The same can be said for "Mazurka in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 1", which showcases Smeterlin's ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of Chopin's music.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "Waltz in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 64 No. 2". Smeterlin's playing is hauntingly beautiful, capturing the melancholic mood of the piece perfectly. Similarly, "Mazurka in A Minor, Op. 17 No. 4" is a standout track, with Smeterlin's playing conveying the piece's lively, dance-like rhythm.
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Label
A division of Scepter Records Inc., 254 W. 54th St., New York, N. Y. Made in U.S.A.
Released in (or after) 1966.
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Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A): MCM-9079 A-1A
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B): MCM-9079 B-1C I E
About Jan Smeterlin Plays Chopin
Polish concert pianist, born 7 February 1892 in Bielsko, Austro-Hungarian Empire (today Bielsko-Biała, Poland) and died 18 January 1967 in London, England.
"Waltzes and Mazurkas" is a must-listen for fans of Chopin's music. Jan Smeterlin's performance is nothing short of exceptional, capturing the essence of Chopin's music with precision and emotion. The album is a testament to Smeterlin's skill as a pianist and his deep understanding of Chopin's music.