Vazsonyi and Vasary Perform Debussy/Ravel "Fêtes" from 3 Nocturnes

[bvbwv3]

Thanks for your comments, Noshirm, and for the Lhevinne-performance introduction which is, indeed, outstanding! As to tempo, it is in the middle section where I prefer the tension-building, kind of 'held' tempo of the Vasary/Vasonyi performance. Listen to it again to see if you might agree...

[Noshirm]

The legendary recording by the Lhevinnes is the only other interpretation of this piece I've heard to date. It remains the gold standard...but Vasary and Vazsonyi turn in a delightful - though slightly less stirring - performance. This MAY have been because of Vasary's preference for slower tempi. But maybe I'm wrong?!