33 Variations on a Waltz by Diabelli, Op. 120

Ludwig van Beethoven

Op. 120

Recordings

Top Choice

Alfred Brendel

1964

Gil's primary recommendation. This 'young Alfred Brendel' recording has 'extra bit of youthful energy and vitality' plus his hallmarks of 'intelligence [and] poise.' He is 'dramatic and powerful, but he can also be very gentle and thoughtful and whimsical.'

Label: Vox / Alto · 1964

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Arthur Schnabel

1937

A classic recording that has 'exactly what you want for this piece': a 'variety of moods.' Schnabel is 'powerful as well as dramatic and imaginative and touching and poetic.' The sound is dim but has 'extra presence compared to the sonatas.'