Paquita Madriguera's "055 20th Century Essentials": Water Drop" is a captivating journey through the musical landscape of the 20th century, showcasing the extraordinary versatility and skill of this renowned artist. Released on October 8, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, this album spans an impressive three hours and twenty minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that highlight Madriguera's mastery of the piano.
The album features a diverse range of pieces, from classical compositions by masters like Chopin, Liszt, and Tchaikovsky, to lesser-known gems that showcase Madriguera's ability to breathe new life into every note. The tracklist includes iconic works such as "Pictures at an Exhibition" and "The Nutcracker Suite," alongside intricate etudes, romantic waltzes, and enchanting nocturnes. Each piece is meticulously performed, demonstrating Madriguera's technical prowess and deep emotional connection to the music.
Paquita Madriguera's interpretation of these works is nothing short of extraordinary. Her playing is characterized by a delicate balance of precision and passion, bringing out the nuances and subtleties of each composition. Whether she is tackling the complex rhythms of "Carnaval" or the tender melodies of "Adelaide," Madriguera's artistry shines through, making this album a testament to her exceptional talent.
"055 20th Century Essentials": Water Drop" is not just a collection of songs; it is a comprehensive exploration of the piano repertoire from the 20th century. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the breadth and depth of Madriguera's musical journey, making it a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast. With its diverse selection of pieces and impeccable performances, this album is a celebration of the piano's timeless beauty and the enduring legacy of its greatest composers.
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Tracks
Balada de Terciopelo, Op. 145Manuel Seco de Arpe, Andrey Yaroshinsky
Musica Callada: I. AngelicoFederico Mompou, Anna Miernik
Water Drop, Op. 139Manuel Seco de Arpe, Andrey Yaroshinsky
Album Für Die Jugend, Stückchen, Op. 68 No. 5Robert Schumann, Anna Miernik
La Rubia, Op. 144Manuel Seco de Arpe, Andrey Yaroshinsky
Album Für Die Jugend, Kleine Studie, Op. 68 No. 14Robert Schumann, Anna Miernik
20 Easy Pieces on Popular Polish Melodies: Melodies No. 11Alexandre Tansman, Anna Miernik
Arietta, Op. 12 No. 1Edvard Grieg, Anna Miernik
NocturneMona Rejino, Anna Miernik
EnchantmentJanina Garscia, Anna Miernik
On an Overgrown Path, Book I: VII. Good Night!Leoš Janáček, Irene Cantos
Pictures at an Exhibition: Samuel Goldenberg und SchmuÿleModest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Preludes, Op. 23: Prelude, Op. 23 in C Minor, No. 7, AllegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Juan Francisco Otón
Haurren Irudiak: IV. UdalaitzBeatriz Arzamendi, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Lose Blätter, Op. 13: VIII. SarabandeMax Reger, Irene Cantos
6 Lieder Ohne Worte, Op. 18 in E-Dur: V. Venezia. ModeratoDelphine von Schauroth, Arcadie Triboi
The Marriage of Figaro: Variations on Barbarina's Aria (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Pictures at an Exhibition: The Great Gate of KievModest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Country Dance WoO. 14 No. 1, in C Major - Duo-Art 7205Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Phillip Gordon
4 Pieces, Op. 36: No. 4, Etude "The Spring" - Duo-Art 5699Theodor Leschetizky, Peter Phillips, Mark Hambourg
Humoresques De Concert, Op. 14: No. 6, Cracovienne Fantastique - Duo-Art S-30738Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Ethel Herr Litchfield, Peter Phillips
Nymphs and Fauns Arabesque - Duo-Art 5509Herman Bemberg, McNair Ilgenfritz, Peter Phillips
Carnaval, Op. 9: Part 3 (Movements 20 & 21) - Welte-Mignon 323Robert Schumann, Alfred Reisenauer, Peter Phillips
Egeria, Op. 35 - Duo-Art 71566Ernest Richard Kroeger, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Woodland Sketches. Op. 51. No .7 - From Uncle Remus - Duo-Art 5818Edward MacDowell, Paquita Madriguera, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 8, in F Major 'Sunshine' - Duo-Art 6414Frédéric Chopin, Ossip Gabrilowitsch, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 1 in A-Flat Major, 'Aeolian Harp' - Duo-Art S-3032Frédéric Chopin, Daisy Chambers Woolsey, Peter Phillips
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 17a (Arr. Solo Piano by Giorni): Dance of the Reed Flutes (Danse Des Mirlitons) - Duo-Art 6132Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Aurelio Giorni, Peter Phillips
Toccata and Fugue in D Minor BWV 565 (Arr. Solo Piano by Tausig): I. Toccata - Duo-Art 6732Johann Sebastian Bach, Ignaz Friedman, Peter Phillips
The Seasons, Op. 37a: No. 12, Noel (December) - Duo-Art 70829Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nadia Reisenberg, Peter Phillips
Little Waltz (Mi Teresita) - Welte-Mignon 371Peter Phillips, Teresa Carreño
Impromptu No. 2, Op. 31 in F Minor - Duo-Art 5923Gabriel Fauré, Robert Lortat, Peter Phillips
Rhapsodie, Op. 11, No. 3 - Welte-Mignon 1828Ernst von Dohnányi, Peter Phillips, Yolanda Mero
Arabesque. Op. 59, No. 2 (Romance) - Duo-Art 67776Harry E. Arnold, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Danse (Tarantelle Styrienne), L. 69 - Duo-Art 6354Claude Debussy, Arthur Rubinstein, Peter Phillips
Annees De Pelerinage. 1st Year: No. 8 (Le Mal Du Pays; Longing for Home) - Duo-Art 70500Franz Liszt, Maria Carreras, Peter Phillips
Non E Ver - Duo-Art 101965Tito Mattei, Genevieve Pitot, Peter Phillips
Samson Et Dalila: My Heart at Thy Sweet Voice - Welte-Mignon 2260Camille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips, Richard Epstein
La Fontaine, Op. 34 - Duo-Art 6348Charles Lysberg, Fannie Votey Rogers, Peter Phillips
Annees De Pelerinage. 2nd Year. Supplement. No. 1 (Gondoliera) - Welte-Mignon 2456Franz Liszt, Laura Danziger, Peter Phillips
La Favorita: Grand Morceau De Concert on Themes (Arr. By Ascher, Op. 74) - Duo-Art 72479Gaetano Donizetti, Peter Phillips, Genevieve Pitot
String Quartet No. 2: I. DesesperadoHermes Luaces, Cuarteto Breton
Adelaide, Op. 46. (Arr. Solo Piano by Liszt) - Duo-Art 7380Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Frederic Lamond
Piano Sonata No. 16, Op. 31, No. 1: II. Adagio Grazioso - Welte-Mignon 804Ludwig van Beethoven, Camille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips
Zigeunerweisen - Welte-Mignon 814Pablo de Sarasate, Peter Phillips, Berthe Marx-Goldschmidt
Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 11 in E Minor: Romance, from 2nd Movement (Arr. Solo Piano by Backhaus) - Welte-Mignon 3310Frédéric Chopin, Wilhelm Backhaus, Peter Phillips
8 Variations on Sussmayr's Trio "Tandeln Und Scherzen" in F Major, WoO 76 - Duo-Art 6957Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Ethel Leginska