Early Piano Works by Burgmüller, Chopin, Schumann & Schuncke

Featuring

Ulrich Roman Murtfeld
Frédéric Chopin
Norbert Burgmüller
Ludwig Schuncke
Robert Schumann

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Historical Context

The year 1810, which saw the births of Frédéric Chopin, Robert Schumann, Norbert Burgmüller, and Ludwig Schuncke, marks an important moment in the development of piano music.

Composition History

All the piano pieces on this recording were written between 1825 and 1834, representing the energetic expression of these four young, precocious geniuses.

Interpretation

Pianist Ulrich Roman Murtfeld's concert programs are characterized by an innovative and unusual selection of works, and he has premiered many contemporary pieces.

Composer's Artistic Vision

The four composers on this album lived in politically turbulent times, and their music reflects the romantic concept that revolutionized literature and art.

Composer Biography

Norbert Burgmüller and Ludwig Schuncke, two composers featured on this album, died at young ages: Schuncke from tuberculosis before his 24th birthday, and Burgmüller at 26, possibly from an epileptic seizure.