Alkan: Allegro barbaro, petites fantaisies, trois préludes et trois marches à quatre mains

Immerse yourself in the virtuosic world of Charles-Valentin Alkan with this captivating collection of piano works. Released in 1998, this album showcases Alkan's mastery of the piano, featuring a selection of his most renowned compositions performed by Hüseyin Sermet and Jean-Claude Pennetier. The album opens with the exhilarating "Allegro barbaro," a piece that demands both technical prowess and musical sensitivity. It is followed by the whimsical "3 Petites fantaisies, Op. 41," each offering a unique character and charm. The album also includes three preludes from Alkan's "25 Préludes, Op. 31," showcasing his ability to evoke a range of moods and atmospheres. The final set of pieces, "Trois marches pour piano à quatre mains, Op. 40," demonstrates Alkan's skill in writing for multiple pianists, with each march offering a distinct rhythmic drive and melodic inventiveness. This album is a testament to Alkan's genius and a delight for any classical piano enthusiast.