Annie Fischer's interpretations were characterized by spontaneity and a profound sense of living in the moment, never relying on practiced routine but trusting inspiration.
Performer Biography
Annie Fischer, the internationally renowned pianist, was a leading figure on the Hungarian music scene for seven decades, starting as a child prodigy.
Recording & Production
This album includes works by Schumann and Schubert that Annie Fischer never made studio recordings of, making these 'bootleg' recordings historically significant.
Performer Biography
Annie Fischer graduated from the Liszt Academy at age eighteen and won first prize at the first Liszt Piano Competition in Budapest in 1933, launching her international career.
Recording & Production
Annie Fischer disliked studio work and generally did not consent to recordings of her solo concerts, but after her death, she allowed anything to be released.
Recording & Production
The recordings on this album are 'bootleg' recordings made secretly by Anna Dévény, a physiotherapist and admirer of Annie Fischer, using a professional-quality ITT tape recorder.
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