Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical piano music with Rudolph Ganz's "117 Classical Music Evocations": Fairy Tale Pictures. This exquisite collection, set to release on July 31, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, is a testament to the enduring allure of classical compositions. Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 5 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of 50 meticulously curated tracks that showcase the breadth and depth of the classical piano repertoire.
Rudolph Ganz, a name synonymous with virtuosity and artistic finesse, brings to life a diverse array of pieces that range from the delicate and introspective to the bold and exuberant. The album opens with the soothing Cradle Song, Op. 13 No. 2, and takes you on a journey through masterpieces by composers such as Bach, Schumann, Chopin, and Tchaikovsky. Each track is a masterclass in piano performance, highlighting Ganz's technical prowess and emotional depth.
The album features a delightful mix of well-known classics and lesser-known gems, ensuring a rich and varied listening experience. From the enchanting melodies of "The Nutcracker Suite" to the intricate beauty of "Well-Tempered Clavier," each piece is performed with a level of precision and passion that only a master like Rudolph Ganz can deliver. The inclusion of arrangements for four hands and solo piano adds an extra layer of complexity and richness to the album.
"117 Classical Music Evocations": Fairy Tale Pictures is not just an album; it's a celebration of the piano's expressive range and the timeless appeal of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers something truly special. Prepare to be captivated by the sheer beauty and artistry of Rudolph Ganz's performance, as he brings these classical evocations to life with unparalleled skill and sensitivity.
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Tracks
Cradle Song, Op. 13 No. 2Carl Maria von Weber, Anna Miernik
Melody from Album for the Young, Op. 68 No. 1Robert Schumann, Anna Miernik
AriettaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anna Miernik
Minuet in G Major BWV 841Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 9, -Robert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
6 Lieder Ohne Worte, Op. 18 in E-Dur: I. Mäßig Und GefühlvollDelphine von Schauroth, Arcadie Triboi
Six Studies in English Folk Song (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman): IV. LentoRalph Vaughan Williams, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
EnchantmentJanina Garscia, Anna Miernik
Marchenbilder, Op. 3: No. 4, Wichtelmännchen (The Gnomes) "Fairy Tale Pictures" - Duo-Art 68796Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Peter Phillips, Francis Hall
Three Morceaux. Op. 48: No. 3, Etude Heroique - Duo-Art 5848Theodor Leschetizky, Guiomar Novaes, Peter Phillips
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. 4 Hands Piano): Arab DancePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anna Miernik, Joanna Sochacka
Gymnopédie No. 1Erik Satie, Anna Miernik
Gnossienne No. 1Erik Satie, Joanna Sochacka
Romance, Op. 24, No. 9 in D-Flat Major - Duo-Art 5842Jean Sibelius, Rudolph Ganz, Peter Phillips
6 Klavierstucke Intermezzo in A Major, Op. 118 No. 2Johannes Brahms, Anna Miernik
Ecossaise in G Major, Op. 18 No. 4Franz Schubert, Anna Miernik
Two Part Inventions: No. 8, BWV 779 - Duo-Art 6392Johann Sebastian Bach, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Mazurka in C Major Wn 48Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Minuet in F Major KV 4Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anna Miernik
Lieder Ohne Worte. Op. 67: No. 4, Spinning Song - Duo-Art 66730Felix Mendelssohn, Ossip Gabrilowitsch, Peter Phillips
Ruins of Athens, Op. 113: Turkish March or March of the Dervishes (Arr. Solo Piano by Rubinstein) - Duo-Art 6327Ludwig van Beethoven, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips