Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel's timeless compositions with this captivating album, released on Nar Classical in 1993. Spanning a little over an hour and seventeen minutes, this collection showcases Ravel's mastery of the classical piano genre, blending neoclassical influences with his signature innovative style.
The album opens with Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major, a vibrant and dynamic piece that sets the stage for the rest of the collection. Following this, the "Valses nobles et sentimentales" offers a series of waltzes that are both noble and deeply expressive, each movement a gem in its own right. From the moderate and frank opening to the intimate and introspective finale, these waltzes display Ravel's ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his music.
The centerpiece of the album is undoubtedly "Gaspard de la nuit," a suite of three virtuosic piano pieces inspired by the poetry of Aloysius Bertrand. Each movement—"Ondine," "Le Gibet," and "Scarbo"—paints a vivid and haunting portrait, showcasing Ravel's ability to evoke powerful imagery and atmosphere through his compositions.
As a bonus, the album includes a performance of the Keyboard Sonata in C Major by Baldassare Galuppi, adding a touch of classical elegance to the collection. This sonata, with its graceful and lyrical melodies, provides a beautiful contrast to Ravel's more modern and innovative works.
Recorded with meticulous attention to detail, this album captures the essence of Ravel's genius, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is sure to delight and inspire.
Piano Concerto, in G Major, M. 83, IMR 34: I. AllegramenteMaurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica Di Torino Della Rai, Nino Sanzogno, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Concerto, in G Major, M. 83, IMR 34: II. Adagio assaiMaurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica Di Torino Della Rai, Nino Sanzogno, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Piano Concerto, in G Major, M. 83, IMR 34: III. PrestoMaurice Ravel, Orchestra Sinfonica Di Torino Della Rai, Nino Sanzogno, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: I. Modéré, très franc (G Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: II. Assez lent, avec une expression intense (G Minor)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: III. Modéré (E Minor)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: IV. Assez animé (A-Flat Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: V. Presque lent, dans un sentiment intime (E Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: VI. Vif (C Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: VII. Moins vif (C Major/A Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61, IMR 54: VIII. Épilogue. Lent (G Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Gaspard de la nuit, M. 55, IMR 16: I. Ondine. Lent (C-Sharp Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Gaspard de la nuit, M. 55, IMR 16: II. Le Gibet. Très lent (E-Flat Minor)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
Gaspard de la nuit, M. 55, IMR 16: III. Scarbo. Modéré (B Major)Maurice Ravel, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
BONUS: Keyboard Sonata in C Major, T. 27, IBG 57: I. AndanteBaldassare Galuppi, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
BONUS: Keyboard Sonata in C Major, T. 27, IBG 57: II. AllegroBaldassare Galuppi, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
BONUS: Keyboard Sonata in C Major, T. 27, IBG 57: III. Allegro assaiBaldassare Galuppi, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli
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