"The bracing muscularity of Fischer’s playing might strike some listeners as over-stimulation, like a nonstop cold shower. In the turbulent parts of Kreisleriana, and especially in the first movement of the Fantasie, her playing reaches an intensity that borders on the manic. This electric energy pulses through all of her playing, even the slower, quieter music. In short, Annie Fischer is not the pianist for every taste, certainly not those who value geniality, but there is no denying the integrity and power of her artistry. This is Schumann-playing of great distinction. The Kreisleriana and Kinderszenen were recorded in 1986, the Fantasie in 1971, both in London by the BBC." Peter Burwasser, FANFARE Works on This Recording 1. Kreisleriana, Op. 16 by Robert Schumann ■ Performer: Annie Fischer (Piano) ■ Period: Romantic ■ Written: 1838; Germany 2. Phantasie for Piano in C major, Op. 17 by Robert Schumann ■ Performer: Annie Fischer (Piano) ■ Period: Romantic ■ Written: 1836-1838; Germany 3. Kinderszenen, Op. 15 by Robert Schumann ■ Performer: Annie Fischer (Piano) ■ Period: Romantic ■ Written: 1838; Germany