Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Charles-Valentin Alkan, a virtuoso pianist and composer whose works are as rare as they are brilliant. This album, "Alkan: Concerti da Camera and Solo Music," offers a unique opportunity to explore the genius of a musician who even intimidated Franz Liszt. Recorded in 2017 and released by Piano Classics, this collection features some of Alkan's most captivating pieces, including the three Concerti da Camera and six piano pieces from Op. 16.
The Concerti da Camera, written in the style of Hummel and Chopin, showcase Alkan's extraordinary virtuosity and originality. These works, for piano and strings, are presented here in a rarely heard repertoire that will captivate any classical music enthusiast. The album also includes variations on themes by Donizetti and Bellini, demonstrating Alkan's mastery of both composition and performance.
Charles-Valentin Alkan, a contemporary of Chopin and Liszt, was a French-Jewish composer and virtuoso pianist. His output was mainly for the piano, and his works are known for their extraordinary virtuosity and originality. This album is a testament to his genius, offering a glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest pianists in history.
The album features performances by Giovanni Bellucci on piano, with the Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto conducted by Roberto Forés Veses. The recording is a remarkable achievement, bringing to life the intricate and complex works of Alkan with precision and passion. Whether you are a seasoned classical music fan or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to impress and inspire.
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Tracks
Concerto da camera No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 10: I. AllegroCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
Concerto da camera No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 10: II. AdagioCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
Concerto da camera No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 10: III. AllegroCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
Concerto da camera No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 10: I. Allegro moderatoCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
Concerto da camera No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 10: II. AdagioCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
Concerto da camera No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 10: III. Primo movimentoCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
Concerto da Camera No. 3 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 10: I. Andante con motoCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
6 Piano Pieces, Op. 16: I. Etude de bravoure, mouvement de valseCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
6 Piano Pieces, Op. 16: II. Etude de bravoure, moderato quasi menuettoCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
6 Piano Pieces, Op. 16: III. Etude de bravoure, prestissimoCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
6 Piano Pieces, Op. 16: IV. Variations on "Ah! segnata é la mia morte", from the Opera "Anna Bolena" by DonizettiCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
6 Piano Pieces, Op. 16: V. Variations on a Theme by Bellini "la tremenda ultrice spada" from "I capuleti e i montecchi"Charles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
6 Piano Pieces, Op. 16: VI. Variations Quasi-fantasy on a Neapolitan BarcarolleCharles-Valentin Alkan, Orchestra di Padova e del Veneto, Roberto Forés Veses, Giovanni Bellucci
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