"Pablo V Marquine delivers an exquisite solo piano performance with his album 'Pablo V Marquine plays Claudio Santoro: Solo Piano Live in Vienna and Sofia', set to release on July 25, 2025, under the label Pablo Marquine. This chamber music album is a captivating journey through the compositions of Brazilian composer Claudio Santoro, featuring a mix of sonatas and preludes that showcase Marquine's technical prowess and expressive depth. The album opens with the three-movement Piano Sonata 1942, followed by a series of seven preludes from the 2nd Series, 1st Book, and concludes with a Piano Ballade. Each piece is a testament to Santoro's unique musical language and Marquine's ability to bring out the nuances and emotions embedded within the scores. Recorded live in Vienna and Sofia, the album offers an intimate and authentic listening experience, capturing the essence of these performances in their natural settings. With a total runtime of 39 minutes, this album is a concise yet profound exploration of Santoro's piano works, presented by one of today's most accomplished pianists."
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