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Title: 200 Years Diabelli Variations
Artist: Dina Parakhina
Label: Divine Art
Product Type: COMPACT DISCS
UPC: 809730113529
Genre: Classical Artists
Release Date: 2024-10-04
Number of Discs: 1

Celebrating 200 Years of the Diabelli ProjectTo commemorate the bicentennial of Beethoven's Diabelli Variations, the Divine Art label proudly presents " 200 Years: Diabelli Variations". Originally introduced by Anton Diabelli with words of admiration for it's innovation and artistic brilliance, the Diabelli Variations have since transcended time, becoming a cornerstone of the piano repertoire, rivalling even the esteemed works of J.S. Bach.The story behind the Diabelli Variations adds to their mystique. Legend has it that Beethoven initially dismissed Diabelli's theme as a mere "cobbler's patch." Yet, he later transformed this simple waltz into a complex, kaleidoscopic masterpiece, showcasing a wide range of characters, styles, and textures. From playful parodies to profound meditations, Beethoven's variations span over 60 minutes of inventive musical exploration.Renowned pianist Dina Parakhina, who first performed the Diabelli Variations during her final recital at the Moscow Conservatory, brings her deep understanding and lifelong study of this monumental work to her latest recording. Parakhina's interpretation captures the intricate structural unity and the emotional depth of Beethoven's composition, reflecting her illustrious career and devotion to classical music.About Dina ParakhinaDina Parakhina, a distinguished Russian pianist and educator, has been a Piano Professor at the Royal College of Music since 2009 and a College Fellow since 2019. She has taught at prestigious institutions such as the Central Music School in Moscow and Chetham's School of Music, and currently holds a position at the Royal Northern College of Music. Parakhina has performed globally as a soloist, made numerous recordings, and given master-classes around the world. Her expertise and passion for music have also seen her serve on juries for international piano competitions.Parakhina's illustrious career began in Sochi and led her to study under notable mentors in Moscow. She toured extensively with the Bolshoi Theatre Orchestra and later organized significant projects like the Medtner Marathon, which celebrated the works of Nikolai Medtner. Her recording of Medtner's Piano Sonatas and Fairy Tales was critically acclaimed, highlighting her dedication to bringing classical masterpieces to contemporary audiences.Join us in celebrating 200 years of Beethoven's Diabelli Variations with Dina Parakhina's remarkable new recording, a tribute to the timeless genius of Beethoven and the enduring beauty of his music.

Tracks:
1.1 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~1. Tema (Vivace)
1.2 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~2. Variation 1 (Alla marcia maestoso)
1.3 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~3. Variation 2 (Poco allegro)
1.4 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~4. Variation 3 (L'istesso tempo)
1.5 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~5. Variation 4 (Unpoco più vivace)
1.6 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~6. Variation 5 (Allegro vivace)
1.7 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~7. Variation 6 (Allegro ma non troppo e serioso)
1.8 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~8. Variation 7 (Un poco più allegro)
1.9 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~9. Variation 8 (Poco vivace)
1.10 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~10. Variation 9 (Allegro pesante e risoluto)
1.11 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~11. Variation 10 (Presto)
1.12 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~12. Variation 11 (Allegretto)
1.13 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~13. Variation 12 (Un poco più moto)
1.14 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~14. Variation 13 (Vivace)
1.15 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~15. Variation 14 (Grave e maestoso)
1.16 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~16. Variation 15 (Presto scherzando)
1.17 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~17. Variation 16 (Allegro)
1.18 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~18. Variation 17
1.19 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~19. Variation 18 (Poco moderato)
1.20 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~20. Variation 19 (Presto)
1.21 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~21. Variation 20 (Andante)
1.22 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~22. Variation 21 (Allegro con brio - Meno allegro - Tempo I)
1.23 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~23. Variation 22 (Allego molto) Alla "Notte e gìorno faticar" di Mozart
1.24 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~24. Variation 23 (Allegro assai)
1.25 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~25. Variation 24 Fughetta (Andante)
1.26 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~26. Variation 25 (Allegro)
1.27 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~27. Variation 26
1.28 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~28. Variation 27 (Vivace)
1.29 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~29. Variation 28 (Allegro)
1.30 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~30. Variation 29 (Adagio ma non troppo)
1.31 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~31. Variation 30 (Andante, sempre cantabile)
1.32 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~32. Variation 31 (Largo, molto espressivo)
1.33 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~33. Variation 32: Fuga (Allegro - Poco adagio)
1.34 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~34. Variation 33 (Tempo di menuetto moderato, ma non tirarsi dietro)
1.35 33 Variations on a Waltz, Op. 120~35. Tema (Vivace) (reprise)
1.36 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 49, Un poco moderato
1.37 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 26
1.38 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 28, Con fuoco
1.39 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 4
1.40 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 18, Allegro non troppo
1.41 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 43, Polonaise. Tempo giusto
1.42 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 38, D. 718
1.43 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 24, Allegro, S. 147
1.44 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Var. 16
1.45 Variations on a theme by Diabelli: Coda. Vivace