Lazar Berman Plays Schumann – Piano Sonatas Nos. 1 & 2 – HMV Melodiya ASD 3322 Vinyl LP
Vintage British stereo classical vinyl LP featuring renowned Russian pianist Lazar Berman performing two of Robert Schumann's celebrated piano sonatas.
Originally recorded by Melodiya in the USSR, this recording was issued in Britain through EMI's His Master's Voice label, catalogue number ASD 3322.
The album features Schumann's Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-sharp Minor, Op. 11, and Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22.
Presented in its original illustrated sleeve with extensive programme notes by Bryce Morrison, dated 1977.
Record details
- Artist: Lazar Berman, piano
- Composer: Robert Schumann
- Title: Piano Sonatas Nos. 1 & 2
- Label: His Master's Voice / Melodiya
- Catalogue Number: ASD 3322
- Format: 12-inch Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM
- Stereo
- Country: Great Britain
- Original Recording: Melodiya, USSR
- Recording Copyright: 1976
- Recording Producer: Valentin Skoblo
- Sleeve Notes: Bryce Morrison, 1977
- Matrix Shown: 2YRA 1435-1
Track listing
Side One
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-sharp Minor, Op. 11
1. Introduzione (Un poco adagio) – Allegro vivace
2. Aria
3. Scherzo e Intermezzo
Side Two
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F-sharp Minor, Op. 11
1. Finale: Allegro un poco maestoso
Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22
2. So rasch wie möglich
3. Andantino
4. Scherzo (Molto allegro e marcato)
5. Rondo (Presto)
Condition
Pre-owned vintage classical vinyl LP.
The record retains a glossy appearance with some visible light surface marks and signs of previous handling. Visually inspected only and not play-tested.
Original illustrated HMV/Melodiya sleeve included, showing light age-related wear. Protective inner sleeve included.
Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.
An appealing addition to a classical vinyl collection, particularly for admirers of Lazar Berman, Robert Schumann and historic Melodiya recordings.