This is simply a rare gem of a performance, with a perfect tempo, exquisite control of dynamics, and pedalling. These performances from his final years convey an inner calm and serenity hitherto unknown from his earlier years, yet when required the old fire remained.
As a professional pianist myself(Not a Concert Pianist) I marvel at how "little" Maestro Horowitz' head moves. Additionally, his hands slide gracefully within black keys. I feel his Scarlatti interpretations are unsurpassed by any artists, living or deceased. Thank You for your splendid artistry Maestro!
Je suis d’accord avec vous . Tellement impressionné quand j ai pu entendre ce concert . Je pense même aujourd’hui que ce concert est un sommet dans l’art de Horowitz et pour moi le plus beau concert de piano du XX ème siècle .
This sonata gives me Stendhal syndrome. Goosebumps and a knot in my throat just as soon as it begins. So simple and quiet, yet so rich and complex in its seemingly ambiguous metric. Utter perfection, as if it were dictated by God
I believe not only did Horowitz have a mastery of sound via touch at the keyboard, but in addition was one of the few pianist's that fully mastered the pedal. This gave him the wizard like colouring's he could find so vividly and suddenly. Varying the depth so precisely and consistently to give the exact tone and projection he wanted. Furthermore, I believe this is why he played on the same (or very similar) model of steinway as he had developed such an intense relationship with the touch and pedal of that instrument.
Horowitz’s instrument was a Steinway. The piano toured without him after his death and it was played (very well) by Barry Snyder in a performance of Beethoven with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. Barry sounded like Barry. The piano was just a piano. I was on the violin section at the time. Not a Bösendorfer.
I well remember being glued to my TV set when this was broadcast live and witnessed one of most incredible performances in my lifetime. So glad that it has been preserved. The dynamics took my breath away in amazement that so much could be done there.
Heaven in 4:23 seconds, I am Neapolitan and to listen to Scarlatti played by Horowitz is pure poetry , he must have had a grandfather coming from Naples . He has managed to get the soul and magic of my home on top of everything else .
Seit vielen Jahren fasziniert mich diese Aufnahme. Er spielt so voller Kraft und gleichzeitig aus einer stoischen Ruhe heraus. Und seine Farben sind unglaublich schön. Alle Stimmen sind herrlich phrasiert und mit einer Intimität als würde er es uns ins Ohr singen.
Is there any comparable Sonata in Scarlattis catalogue? I think it is the most beautiful and balanced of all of his works. Marvelous interpretation by Horowitz.
это изысканное произведение было написано Доменико Скарлатти для польской королевы ... в этом нежном произведении, полном эмоций ... редко кто мог почувствовать фольклор, красоту польских шляп и красоту королевы польской ... там, где жила алая длительное время.
Without knowing where 3:38 was in the performance, when I saw you'd selected something, those were the bars that came into my mind. Then listening, there they were!
Anyone have an idea why Horowitz had them remove the casters from the legs? This would lower the instrument of course, making him more comfortable sitting lower at the keyboard….but….I dunno. What say you?
The playing here is sensational, however this is Scarlatti turned into Chopin; whether for better or worse, no player today would - could? - play this sonata in this manner.
Listen to Yuja Wang's version. Even more than Horowitz, she uses far too much rubato, it's more akin to Chopin and totally inappropriate for Scarlatti.
Before I saw your comment I thought the same: This is an amazing performance, but it is Chopin, not Scarlatti. His long, singing top voice over subdued middle voices creates a texture that is more homophonic than polyphonic.
@@tiestokygoericprydz3963 You would have to understand the difference between musical eras and the performance conventions of each one. Perhaps you should study music history first and get back to me then.
How do you clean the audio? I would really like to know, because there are alot of beautiful old live recordings with terrible coughing noises and such. :)
Paul , you are perfectly right. I too love Horowitz, but this k 87 does not need the “ ritardando “ and “ diminuendo “ . Neapolitain soul of Domenico Scarlatti is present by itself in this E minor masterpiece. Alberto Tiby
Not to worry, "DOCTOR". When it comes to stupid comments, you've got me beat. Oh...and btw...I've performed this Scarlatti Sonata numerous times. Can you even play the piano?
Thats called interpretation... your comment is just unnecessary.. your opinion should be done by a own interpretation. horowitz is a absolute grandmaster and this particular interpretation is a miracle..i m so happy that he didn’t play the way as you meant it to be :)
This is simply a rare gem of a performance, with a perfect tempo, exquisite control of dynamics, and pedalling. These performances from his final years convey an inner calm and serenity hitherto unknown from his earlier years, yet when required the old fire remained.
❤
As a professional pianist myself(Not a Concert Pianist) I marvel at how "little" Maestro Horowitz' head moves. Additionally, his hands slide gracefully within black keys. I feel his Scarlatti interpretations are unsurpassed by any artists, living or deceased. Thank You for your splendid artistry Maestro!
I completely agree
Je suis d’accord avec vous . Tellement impressionné quand j ai pu entendre ce concert . Je pense même aujourd’hui que ce concert est un sommet dans l’art de Horowitz et pour moi le plus beau concert de piano du XX ème siècle .
Only the first bar ... and already, you know it's a miracle, a true gift
This sonata gives me Stendhal syndrome. Goosebumps and a knot in my throat just as soon as it begins. So simple and quiet, yet so rich and complex in its seemingly ambiguous metric. Utter perfection, as if it were dictated by God
I used to like Scarlatti until I heard Horowitz play it. Now I love it.
I believe not only did Horowitz have a mastery of sound via touch at the keyboard, but in addition was one of the few pianist's that fully mastered the pedal. This gave him the wizard like colouring's he could find so vividly and suddenly. Varying the depth so precisely and consistently to give the exact tone and projection he wanted. Furthermore, I believe this is why he played on the same (or very similar) model of steinway as he had developed such an intense relationship with the touch and pedal of that instrument.
He play always different, pedal and everything
Hoho you sound like my car mechanic.
He plays on a Busendorfer. His own very piano.
very true... also he said that secret of playng piano is in pedal
Horowitz’s instrument was a Steinway. The piano toured without him after his death and it was played (very well) by Barry Snyder in a performance of Beethoven with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. Barry sounded like Barry. The piano was just a piano. I was on the violin section at the time. Not a Bösendorfer.
just wonderful... a miracle.. horowitz plays here for eternity
Sure he does!
I don’t think this could be played any better. Just absolutely beautiful. An incredible talent.
ABM: Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli.
We are beyond talent here mister, this is called genius. And besides, coming home after 60 years, that brought an unparalleled perspective.
The version by Pletnev is lovely!
I well remember being glued to my TV set when this was broadcast live and witnessed one of most incredible performances in my lifetime. So glad that it has been preserved. The dynamics took my breath away in amazement that so much could be done there.
Heaven in 4:23 seconds, I am Neapolitan and to listen to Scarlatti played by Horowitz is pure poetry , he must have had a grandfather coming from Naples . He has managed to get the soul and magic of my home on top of everything else .
A lot of foreigners understand better Italy than most modern italians do. Unfortunately, Italy is full of ignorants and i know it because i live here!
A lot of foreigners understand better Italy than most modern italians do. Unfortunately, Italy is full of ignorants and i know it because i live here!
The elegance of this composition, and its interpretation....
La contabilità , la leggerezza e l'intensità di Horowitz sono uniche.
Horowitz " napoletano" d'adozione. ❤
What a sound, what filigree, what careful attitude to each note! Nobody plays like that now.
Seit vielen Jahren fasziniert mich diese Aufnahme. Er spielt so voller Kraft und gleichzeitig aus einer stoischen Ruhe heraus. Und seine Farben sind unglaublich schön. Alle Stimmen sind herrlich phrasiert und mit einer Intimität als würde er es uns ins Ohr singen.
most clean and sensitive performance i have heared.
Wow, this a good sound quality, rare to find such good quality recordings with Horowitz, thank you for sharing!
Questo brano è l’anticipazione del periodo Romantico. Quanti sono d’accordo?
His fingers really kissed the keys with sensitivity
Perfetto in ogni nota e in ogni espressione! È il giusto brano da ascoltare il primo giorno di novembre! ❤️🙏
Is there any comparable Sonata in Scarlattis catalogue? I think it is the most beautiful and balanced of all of his works. Marvelous interpretation by Horowitz.
No no no - many of his sonatas are equally beautiful. Some reflective, some mysterious, many joyful.
Someone always got to gasp for air in a perfect recording on the perfect pause.
Che commozione, anche solo vederlo. 😢
He was amazing.
So sublime
Horowitz.
One of the gods.
And the best one!
Wow que tremenda belleza de obra e interpretación
If I could only play this with a fragment of the breadth and depth of Horowitz…
Exquisite,as always 🌺❤️🌺
Gould made the notes singing, Horowitz made the heart singing.
это изысканное произведение было написано Доменико Скарлатти для польской королевы ... в этом нежном произведении, полном эмоций ... редко кто мог почувствовать фольклор, красоту польских шляп и красоту королевы польской ... там, где жила алая длительное время.
Also, Domenico Scarlatti wrote it for harpsichord - not piano, which had not come to existence yet... Just MIRACLE !!!
3:38 this part is just beautiful.
Without knowing where 3:38 was in the performance, when I saw you'd selected something, those were the bars that came into my mind. Then listening, there they were!
totally
Please, listen the legato at 1:21: my god... 😮😮😮
la sonate la plus transcendantale de Scarlatti que je connaisse
His live performance is better than the recording
I think this is the voice of God.
No, Bach is
@@raymondgood6555Both are....
Bravo Maestro !!!!
Much better than the 1947 version that's on this platform.
thank you for erasing the „pssst“ of the woman 🙏
Waves lapping against the shore
Merci.
Anyone have an idea why Horowitz had them remove the casters from the legs? This would lower the instrument of course, making him more comfortable sitting lower at the keyboard….but….I dunno. What say you?
Over the top
The playing here is sensational, however this is Scarlatti turned into Chopin; whether for better or worse, no player today would - could? - play this sonata in this manner.
Listen to Yuja Wang's version. Even more than Horowitz, she uses far too much rubato, it's more akin to Chopin and totally inappropriate for Scarlatti.
Before I saw your comment I thought the same: This is an amazing performance, but it is Chopin, not Scarlatti. His long, singing top voice over subdued middle voices creates a texture that is more homophonic than polyphonic.
Chopin was influenced by Scarlatti obviously
@@paulburns1896 what's inappropriate for Scarlatti
@@tiestokygoericprydz3963 You would have to understand the difference between musical eras and the performance conventions of each one. Perhaps you should study music history first and get back to me then.
Quel génie...
Does anyone know if this has a pair sonata? I know a lot of the scarlatti sonata were written with as pairs in the same key. Maybe K27?
How do you clean the audio? I would really like to know, because there are alot of beautiful old live recordings with terrible coughing noises and such. :)
how can people cough while listening to something like this, sometimes I understand why some artists only play in studios
This piece prophesies Schumann.
Yes! That may be why I love it so much.
I would go so far to maybe even say Rachmaninov also!....
sounds single human prays to the spirit
I think that it a very apt and astute analysis of this particular performance.
Is there a recording of this piece were i just here the piano and only the piano on you tube. if so let me know please thanks
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Pogorelich , played this in Studio
Eso es tocar con el oído. Como debe ser. No con las manos.
Wheres fantasise impromptu?😂😂
It's coming ;) Just have to practice a bit more!
Nice, but I prefer Scarlatti on clavcin , like Scott Ross or Gustav Leonhard. It was not composed on a piano.
Normally, I love Horowitz's Scarlatti. But his overly-fast tempo is completely wrong for this somber, meditative masterpiece.
Paul , you are perfectly right. I too love Horowitz, but this k 87 does not need the “ ritardando “ and “ diminuendo “ . Neapolitain soul of Domenico Scarlatti is present by itself in this E minor masterpiece.
Alberto Tiby
Stupid comment from the kind of people who think they’re entitled to an opinion
Not to worry, "DOCTOR". When it comes to stupid comments, you've got me beat. Oh...and btw...I've performed this Scarlatti Sonata numerous times. Can you even play the piano?
Thats called interpretation... your comment is just unnecessary.. your opinion should be done by a own interpretation. horowitz is a absolute grandmaster and this particular interpretation is a miracle..i m so happy that he didn’t play the way as you meant it to be :)
@@albertotiby5218 its b minor :)