York Bowen, a renowned composer-pianist, presents a comprehensive collection of his solo 78-rpm recordings in this captivating double album. Released in November 2008 under the APR label, this compilation spans a rich tapestry of chamber music, showcasing Bowen's extraordinary talent and versatility.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, including piano concertos, sonatas, partitas, and various solo pieces. Bowen's mastery of the piano is evident in every track, from the intricate and lively "Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58" to the delicate and expressive "Années de pèlerinage I, Switzerland, S. 160: No. 7, Eclogue." The collection also includes lesser-known gems such as "Le ruisseau" and "Étude mignonne in D Major, Op. 16 No. 1," offering a well-rounded exploration of Bowen's musical repertoire.
With a total duration of over two hours, this album is a treasure trove for both longtime admirers of York Bowen and those new to his work. The meticulous curation of these recordings provides an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the artistic depth and historical significance of Bowen's contributions to the world of classical music. Whether you're a connoisseur of chamber music or simply appreciate the elegance of the piano, this album is sure to enchant and inspire.
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Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: I. Allegro moderatoLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58: III. Rondo. VivaceLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826: VI. CapriccioJohann Sebastian Bach, York Bowen
Piano Sonata No. 13 in E-Flat Major, Op. 27 No. 1 "Quasi una fantasia"Ludwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 78 "À Thérèse": I. Adagio cantabile - Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 78 "À Thérèse": II. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, York Bowen
Faschingsschwank aus Wien, Op. 2: I. Allegro. Sehr lebhaftRobert Schumann, York Bowen
Années de pèlerinage I, Switzerland, S. 160: No. 7, EclogueFranz Liszt, York Bowen
24 Studien, Op. 70: No. 5, Allegretto agitato con passioneIgnaz Moscheles, York Bowen
Le ruisseauPeggy Cochrane, York Bowen
8 Piano Pieces, Op. 76: No. 2, Capriccio in B MinorJohannes Brahms, York Bowen
3 Fantaisies ou caprices, Op. 16: No. 2, Scherzo in E Minor, MWV U71Felix Mendelssohn, York Bowen
Étude mignonne in D Major, Op. 16 No. 1Eduard Schütt, York Bowen
Ballade No. 3 in A-Flat Major, Op. 47Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Scherzo No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 31Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Waltz in A-Flat Major, Op. 34 No. 1 "Valse brillante"Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Polonaise in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 26 No. 1Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
Étude in E Minor, Op. 25 No. 5 "Wrong Note"Frédéric Chopin, York Bowen
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 23 in F MajorFrédéric Chopin, York Bowen
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 20 in C MinorFrédéric Chopin, York Bowen
24 Préludes, Op. 28: No. 3 in G MajorFrédéric Chopin, York Bowen
10 Preludes, Op. 23: No. 5 in G Minor. Alla marciaSergei Rachmaninoff, York Bowen
Morceaux de fantaisie, Op. 3: No. 4, Polichinelle in F-Sharp MinorSergei Rachmaninoff, York Bowen
Estampes, L. 100: No. 3, Jardins sous la pluieClaude Debussy, York Bowen
2 Arabesques, L. 66: No. 2 in G MajorClaude Debussy, York Bowen
5 Pieces: No. 3, London Bridge - AllegrettoHenry Balfour Gardiner, York Bowen
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