Variations on a Theme by Anton Bruckner for piano solo Op.19 (1986) c.13'30"

I. Tema - Adagio
II. Scherzando e leggiero
III. Presto volante
IV. Mesto
V. Adagio
VI. Moderato
VII. Presto feroce
VIII. Lento rubato
IX. Adagio
X. Adagissimo

Dedicated to Erika Nickrenz

First performed on June 3rd, 1987 at the Spoleto Festival in Charleston, South Carolina by Erika Nickrenz

RECORDINGS

REVIEWS

“The many variations of the dark, brooding theme were colorful…composer and pianist were applauded at length for their fine work.”
The Evening Post, Charleston, SC

“Liebermann’s set of variations displays a large array of 20th century compositional techniques and is as intellectually stimulating to follow…as it is exciting to hear.”
The News and Courier, Charleston, SC

”..a fascinating set of nine variations…one left it wishing for a second chance to hear the music.”
The News and Courier, Charleston, SC