Wilhelm Backhaus - Schumann: Fantasie in C major, Op. 17

[@berthill2305]

This would be one of the earliest recordings of the Schumann opus 17. Backhaus was one of the artists who bridged the gap between nineteenth century and and today's piano playing. His playing is instantly recognisable and is compelling listening.

[@noemiamaria1430]

❤FANTÁSTICA ❤

[@bobgold57]

To my ears, his greatest recording--though some of the Beethoven Sonatas are absolutely worth hearing. There's something more pliable here--in a sensitive way--perhaps he was in his prime in his early 50's. A great recording to post!

[@Robert...Schrey]

18:15

[@GarthAstrology]

I'm in complete agreement with @bobgold57. This is definitely his greatest recording for me as well. His playing is so supple and expressive, even within the context of his usual unsentimental rhythmic directness. Much more so than his Brahms solo recordings from the same period.