Chopin Grand Polonaise Brillante Es-Dur, Op.22-Abolero-Etude F-moll Posth., Etude E-dur Op. 10, Nr. 3

This recording features the acclaimed Yugoslavian-born pianist Branka Musulin, a celebrated interpreter of the Romantic repertoire who served as a long-time professor at the Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts. Released on the German Ariola label under catalog number 13368H, this record showcases Musulin’s technical precision and lyrical sensitivity in works by Frédéric Chopin, including the vibrant Grand Polonaise Brillante and the introspective Etude in E major.

The disc serves as a testament to the mid-20th-century tradition of capturing nuanced piano performances on vinyl. Ariola, a prominent label during this era, focused on high-fidelity pressings that highlighted the clarity and dynamic range of solo classical performances. Musulin was highly regarded by her peers and critics for her refined approach to the keyboard, and this release remains a notable example of her ability to balance the virtuosic requirements of Chopin’s compositions with a deep sense of musical architecture.