Arthur Rubinstein - Brahms Intermezzo, Op. 118, No. 2 in A major

Arthur Rubinstein - Brahms Intermezzo, Op. 118, No. 2 in A major

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Music

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• Arthur
• Artur
• Rubinstein
• Brahms
• Intermezzo
• Op 118
• No 2
• A major

[1Janny1]

This piece is very difficult to play without sounding unnecessarily dark and heavy. Rubinstein and Gould were amazingly similar in how they both allowed a more natural ebb and flow develop. Gould taking more liberty as was his usual with anything he did well. It amazes me G is such an even match (insisting he did not like the romantics) with Rubinstein. Maybe moreso. Still this is a beautiful trophy piece of R and his genius gift.

[ippy65angel70]

I like Grimaud's myself -- but I also love Rubinstein because he plays utterly from his heart. If his heart beats too fast occasionally, it's still a huge heart.

[HoNamDoh]

Jojobruin, clearly a troll

[rkniffy]

@jojobruin Brahms' skill lay in his ability to combine past styles, techniques, and harmonies in a modern way (at the time). This piece is not only VERY lyrical, but also displays, Brahms' nearly unmatched contrapuntal skill. His ability to weave multiple voices in and out of each other surpasses Chopin's easily and is competitive with Schubert's. Some day, maybe you'll learn to appreciate layered melodies with a bit more depth to them, without all the flashy superficiality.

[Dreamofthereturn]

I heard this piece for the first time 2 days ago... I fell asleep leaving the radio on, and woke up into this music! Can you imagine what a great feeling it was? This little theme Cis B D, Cis B D terts none quart, it is still running in my ears. Egan

[TheDaanillos]

Uma das peças que eu mais gosto de ouvir. Belíssima.

[wghornsby]

One of my all-time favorites. I could listen to this every single day for the rest of my life.

[jomurg]

I imagine when I die, when the time has come for me to go, that this song plays as I make my way through the universe and on to the Heavens.

[jojobruin]

@206dvr I sounded condescending. I didn't mean to. Just trying to make a point. I do apologize for my insolent tone.

[jojobruin]

@206dvr I do think what I want, as you can tell. I don't dispute Bramh's prowess in his mastery of harmony and composition technique. There is a place for him in the three B's in that sense. BUT, his lyricism pales in comparison to many other great composers of the Romantic Era. Schubert's Lieder and Chopin's piano reach far deeper into the human heart with the utmost sincerity and profundity. Some day, maybe you'll learn to appreciate lyricism in the true masters' legacy.

[NinfaUrania]

Bellísima, cierro los ojos para escucharla con el alma!