Immerse yourself in the captivating world of York Bowen's piano compositions with "Bowen: Works for Piano, Vol. 1." This album, released on February 1, 2005, under the Chandos label, is a testament to Bowen's mastery of chamber music, showcasing his intricate and expressive piano works. The album features a diverse collection of pieces, including the Sonata No. 6, Op. 160, and the complete set of 24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102, each offering a unique exploration of emotion and technical virtuosity. The album concludes with the serene "Rêverie, Op. 86," providing a fitting finale to this impressive collection. Recorded in 2003, this album spans a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Bowen's piano repertoire. York Bowen, a renowned composer and pianist, brings his compositions to life with a depth of expression and technical brilliance that is sure to captivate any classical music enthusiast.
2005 Chandos Records2005 Chandos Records
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Sonata No. 6, Op. 160: I. Moderato e serioso - Allegro risoluto e con fuocoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
Sonata No. 6, Op. 160: II. Intermezzo. Poco lento e tranquilloYork Bowen, Joop Celis
Sonata No. 6, Op. 160: III. Finale alla toccata. Allegro molto e con spiritoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 1 in C Major. Moderato appassionatoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 2 in C Minor. Andante tranquilloYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 3 in D-Flat Major. Andante graziosoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 4 in C-Sharp Minor. Allegro con fuocoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 5 in D Major. Allegro risolutoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 6 in D Minor. Andante con motoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 7 in E-Flat Major. Andante amabileYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 8 in E-Flat Minor. Poco lento, seriosoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 9 in E Major. Allegro risoluto e ritmicoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 10 in E Minor. Moderato, a capriccioYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 11 in F Major. Andante con moto e graziosoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor. Allegro con fuocoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 13 in G-Flat Major. Andante tranquilloYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor. Allegretto scherzandoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 15 in G Major. Allegretto graziosoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 16 in G Minor. Moderato sempliceYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 17 in A-Flat Major. Andante molto espressivoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 18 in G-Sharp Minor. Allegro con fuocoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 19 in A Major. Andantino con motoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 20 in A Minor. Allegro con fuocoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 21 in B-Flat Major. Andante piacevoleYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 22 in B-Flat Minor. Allegro molto e con fuocoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 23 in B Major. Andante con motoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
24 Preludes in all Major and Minor Keys, Op. 102: Prelude No. 24 in B Minor. Moderato serioso e tragicoYork Bowen, Joop Celis
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