Beethoven’s “Hammerklavier” Sonata is a formidable challenge for any pianist. Making his Deutsche Grammophon debut, “stunningly gifted” (Gramophone) Nobuyuki Tsujii – no stranger to challenges – has chosen this technically and intellectually demanding work, which brought him victory in the prestigious Van Cliburn Competition. Nobu, as he is lovingly known, feels a personal affinity for Beethoven and here also savours the composer’s intimate, lyrical side in Liszt’s affectionate transcription of the song cycle An die ferne Geliebte.

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Nobu's first album at DG

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van Beethoven, Ludwig (1770-1827)
Jeitteles, Alois (1794-1858)
Liszt, Franz (1811-1886)

An die ferne Geliebte, Op. 98: 
I. Auf dem Hügel sitz ich spähend 
II. Wo die Berge so blau 
III. Leichter Segler in den Höhen 
IV. Diese Wolken in den Höhen 
V. Es kehret der Maien, es blühet die Au 
VI. Nimm sie hin denn, diese Lieder

van Beethoven, Ludwig (1770-1827)

Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-flat Major, Op. 106: 
I. Allegro 
II. Scherzo. Assai vivace 
III. Adagio sostenuto 
IV. Largo - Allegro risoluto

van Beethoven, Ludwig (1770-1827)

Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": 
II. Adagio cantabile