Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of Zygmunt Stojowski's complete works for cello and piano, meticulously captured in this 2020 release by Acte Préalable. Spanning a full hour of captivating music, this album showcases Stojowski's mastery of the cello and piano duo, offering a journey through his most celebrated compositions.
The album opens with the Sonata for Cello and Piano in A Major, Op. 18, dedicated to the renowned pianist Ignacy Jan Paderewski. This three-movement work, from the gentle Andante to the fiery Allegro con fuoco, displays Stojowski's ability to evoke a range of emotions and moods. The Romance sans parole, a short but expressive piece, follows, leading into the Fantaisie for Cello and Piano in E Major, Op. 27, dedicated to Théodore Dubois, the director of the Conservatoire de Paris. The album concludes with the Concertstück for Cello and Piano in D Major, Op. 31, a virtuosic showpiece dedicated to Willem Willeke.
Each track is a testament to Stojowski's compositional skill and his deep understanding of the cello and piano as a duo. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Stojowski's work, this album offers a compelling exploration of a significant body of work by a notable, yet often overlooked, composer.
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