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'Ares' - Classical & Contemporary Essentials
- 2025
- 55 tracks
- 3 uur, 34 min
- classical piano
Album Description
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical piano with Joanna Sochacka's latest album, 'Ares' - Classical & Contemporary Essentials. This extraordinary collection, set to release on April 12, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, spans a rich tapestry of timeless compositions and contemporary gems, all masterfully performed by the renowned pianist Joanna Sochacka.
Spanning over three hours, this expansive album features a diverse array of pieces, from the delicate intricacies of Bach's inventions and preludes to the dramatic flair of Beethoven's sonatas and symphonies. Sochacka's repertoire also includes enchanting works by Chopin, Liszt, and Grieg, each piece showcasing her technical prowess and artistic sensitivity.
The album is a testament to Sochacka's versatility and deep understanding of the classical repertoire. Whether she is interpreting the haunting melodies of Chopin's "Moonlight Sonata" or the lively rhythms of Beethoven's "Rondo a Capriccio," her playing is marked by a profound musicality and a keen sense of expression.
'Ares' - Classical & Contemporary Essentials is not just a collection of beautiful piano pieces; it is a journey through the evolution of classical music, highlighting both the enduring appeal of traditional compositions and the innovative spirit of contemporary works. With its meticulous attention to detail and Sochacka's unparalleled artistry, this album is a true celebration of the piano's rich heritage and its enduring relevance in the modern world.
Tracks
- Rondo in D Major KV 15dWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anna Miernik
- Invention in C Major BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
- Two-Part Inventions No. 14 in B-Flat Major BWV 785Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
- Six Studies in English Folk Song (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman): IV. LentoRalph Vaughan Williams, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
- Ramillete De Flores, Op. 147: I. Song from CabiriaManuel Seco de Arpe, Alberto Picó Soriano
- Anna Magdalena Bach's Book: Minuet in G Major from J.S. Bach's Notebook for Anna Magdalena BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Anonymous, Anna Miernik
- Preludes, Op. 28: No. 20 in C MinorFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
- Partita No. 1, BWV 825: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Alberto Picó Soriano
- Waltz in B Minor Wn 19Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
- Preludes, Op. 28: No. 4 in E MinorFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
- Easy Sonata in C Major - AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anna Miernik
- Gymnopédie No. 2Erik Satie, Anna Miernik
- Album Leaf. Op. 28: No. 3, Dance Caprice - Due-Art 04 BrEdvard Grieg, Peter Phillips, Arthur De Greef
- Lieder Ohne Worte. Op. 62: No.4. Morning Song - Welte-Mignon 231Felix Mendelssohn, Hermann Möhle, Peter Phillips
- Gavotte in F Major, WoO Anh. 8 - Duo-Art 6380Ludwig van Beethoven, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
- Nocturne - Duo-Art 6192Raymond Woodman, Arthur Shattuck, Peter Phillips
- Lieder Ohne Worte, Op. 52: No. 4, Sadness of Soul - Welte-Mignon 839Felix Mendelssohn, Max Pauer, Peter Phillips
- Peer Gynt. Op. 46. Suite No. 1 (Arr. Solo Piano by Samaroff): I. Morning Mood - Welte-Mignon 1479Edvard Grieg, Olga Samaroff, Peter Phillips
- Prelude in C Minor No. 3 from 23 Pezzi Facili Ed. CurciJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
- Charakterstucke, Op. 7: No. 7, Leicht Und Luftig (Light and Airy) - Duo-Art 0200 BrFelix Mendelssohn, Rosita Renard, Peter Phillips
- Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67 (Arr. Solo Piano by Stoessel): IV. Allegro - Presto - Duo-Art 5020Ludwig van Beethoven, Albert Stoessel, Peter Phillips
- String Quartet, Op. 12: Canzonetta (Arr. For Solo Piano by Harold Bauer) - Due-Art 510-4Felix Mendelssohn, Peter Phillips, Harold Bauer
- Lieder Ohne Worte, Op. 38: No. 6, Duetto - Welte-Mignon 458Felix Mendelssohn, Clotilde Kleeberg, Peter Phillips
- Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36 (Arr. Solo Piano by Kiek): III. Scherzo. Allegro - Welte-Mignon 3156Ludwig van Beethoven, Georges Kiek, Peter Phillips
- Contredanses, WoO 14: Contredanse (German Dance) No. 3, in C Major [Arr. By Isidor Seiss] - Duo-Art 6680Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, John Henry Powell
- German Dances, WoO 8: No. 3 in C Major (Arr. By Seiss) - Upon Piano Roll Duo-Art 6680, Issued 1923Ludwig van Beethoven, John Henry Powell
- The Marriage of Figaro: Variations on Barbarina's Aria (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
- Piano Sonata No. 8, Op. 13, 'Pathetique': III. Rondo - Welte-Mignon 562Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Frederic Lamond
- Piano Sonata No. 14, Op. 27, No.2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio Sostenuto - Duo-Art 6929Ludwig van Beethoven, Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Peter Phillips
- III. Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Presto - Welte-Mignon 1443Ludwig van Beethoven, Ernest Schelling, Peter Phillips
- Piano Sonata No. 18, Op. 31: III. Minuetto and Trio - Welte-Mignon 284Ludwig van Beethoven, Télémaque Lambrino, Peter Phillips
- Marche Funèbre Wn 9 Reconstruction by Jan EkierFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
- Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 25 (Arr. By Backhaus): II. Andante - Duo-Art 6968Felix Mendelssohn, Wilhelm Backhaus, Peter Phillips
- Symphony No. 3, Op. 55, 'Eroica': III. Scherzo and Trio (Arr. By Grande & Utz) - Welte-Mignon 2313, Arr. 4 Hands PianoLudwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Carlo del Grande, Paula Utz
- Rondo a Capriccio. Op. 129 - Duo-Art 6610Ludwig van Beethoven, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
- Polonaise, Op. 89 in C Major - Duo-Art 0300 BrLudwig van Beethoven, Emil von Sauer, Peter Phillips
- Chaconne in G Major HWV 435 - Welte-Mignon 1106George Frideric Handel, Peter Phillips, Elly Ney
- Piano Concerto, Op. 16: II. Adagio (Arr. Solo Piano by Grainger) - Duo-Art 6479Edvard Grieg, Peter Phillips, Percy Grainger
- Piano Sonata No. 32, Op. 111: I. Maestoso - Allegro Con Brio Ed Appassionato - Duca 146Ludwig van Beethoven, Julius Röntgen, Peter Phillips
- Lyric Pieces, Op. 65: No. 6, Wedding Day at Troldhaugen - Welte-Mignon 378Edvard Grieg, Karl Wendling, Peter Phillips
- Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 14 - Welte-Mignon 3031Felix Mendelssohn, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
- Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 14 - Triphonola 50288Felix Mendelssohn, Max Pauer, Peter Phillips
- Piano Sonata, Op. 27 No. 2, Moonlight: III. Presto Agitato - Duo-Art 6930Ludwig van Beethoven, Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Peter Phillips
- Piano Sonata No. 23, Op. 57 "Appassionata" in F Minor: II. Andante Con Moto (-Attacca-) - Welte-Mignon 1443Ludwig van Beethoven, Ernest Schelling, Peter Phillips
- Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 25 (Arr. By Backhaus): III. Presto - Molto Allegro E Vivace - Duo-Art 6981Felix Mendelssohn, Wilhelm Backhaus, Peter Phillips
- Suite for Harpsichord No. 5: Air with Variations ('Harmonious Blacksmith')George Frideric Handel, Eugenie Adam Benard, Peter Phillips
- Fragment HZbigniew Andrzej Lampart, Anna Miernik, Barbara Borowicz
- A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61: Wedding March and Elfin Chorus (Arr. By Franz Liszt) - Welte-Mignon 829Felix Mendelssohn, Peter Phillips, Felix Dreyschock
- The Hebrides, Op. 26 (Arr. 4 Hands Piano by Ganz & Hutcheson): Overture (Fingal's Cave)Felix Mendelssohn, Rudolph Ganz, Ernest Hutcheson, Peter Phillips
- Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 25 (Arr. By Backhaus): I. Molto Allegro Con Fuoco - Duo-Art 6967Felix Mendelssohn, Wilhelm Backhaus, Peter Phillips
About Joanna Sochacka
Joanna Sochacka is a captivating Polish pianist, hailing from the charming town of Mszana Dolna. With a career that has taken her across Europe, Joanna has enchanted audiences in countries like England, France, Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Her performances are a testament to her deep musicality and technical prowess, making her a standout figure in the classical piano scene. Beyond her solo recitals, Joanna serves as the Artistic Director of the AEGIO International Piano Competition, further cementing her influence and dedication to the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, Joanna Sochacka's performances promise an unforgettable journey through the rich tapestry of piano repertoire.
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