Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of chamber music with Amy Beach's captivating album, 'Beach: Empress of Night'. Released on 19 August 2008 by Arabesque Recordings, this mesmerising collection showcases Beach's mastery of the genre. The album features two sublime works: the Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45, and the Piano Quintet in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 67. With a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, you will be treated to an exquisite journey through four movements of the concerto, from the lively 'Allegro moderato' to the vibrant 'Allegro con scioltezza', and three movements of the quintet, including the poignant 'Adagio espressivo' and the dynamic 'Allegro agitato'. Amy Beach's 'Beach: Empress of Night' is a must-listen for fans of chamber music, offering a rich and rewarding experience that will leave you spellbound.
(C) 2008 Arabesque Recordings
Tracks
Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45: I. Allegro moderatoAmy Beach, Joanne Polk, English Chamber Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45: II. Scherzo (Perpetuum mobile) - VivaceAmy Beach, Joanne Polk, English Chamber Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45: III. LargoAmy Beach, Joanne Polk, English Chamber Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45: IV. Allegro con scioltezzaAmy Beach, Joanne Polk, English Chamber Orchestra, Paul Goodwin
Piano Quintet in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 67: I. Adagio - Allegro moderatoAmy Beach, Joanne Polk, The Lark Quartet, Paul Goodwin
Piano Quintet in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 67: II. Adagio espressivoAmy Beach, Joanne Polk, The Lark Quartet, Paul Goodwin
Piano Quintet in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 67: III. Allegro agitatoAmy Beach, Joanne Polk, The Lark Quartet, Paul Goodwin
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