Embark on a captivating journey through the world of classical piano with Iddo Bar-Shaï's remarkable performance at the 37ème Festival International de Piano de La Roque d'Anthéron. Released on July 14, 2017, under the Mirare label, this album is a testament to Bar-Shaï's virtuosity and artistic depth. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, the album is a diverse collection of 27 tracks, showcasing a rich tapestry of compositions from renowned masters.
The album opens with the enchanting "Le Rossignol-en-Amour" and continues with a blend of well-known and lesser-heard pieces, including works by Schumann, Liszt, Chopin, and Ravel. Bar-Shaï's interpretation of these pieces is both sensitive and dynamic, bringing out the unique character of each composition. From the intricate "Davidbündlertänze" to the evocative "Goyescas," and the profound "Années de pèlerinage," the album offers a comprehensive exploration of the piano repertoire.
Iddo Bar-Shaï's technical prowess and expressive playing make this album a standout. His ability to convey the nuances of each piece, from the delicate "Romance sans paroles" to the powerful "Prélude, Choral et Fugue," is a testament to his artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album provides a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Le Rossignol-en-AmourFrançois Couperin, Iddo Bar-Shaï
Davidbündlertänze, Op. 6: II. InnigRobert Schumann, Adam Laloum
Divertissement sur des motifs originaux français, Op. 84: Variation IFranz Schubert, Claire Désert, Emmanuel Strosser
Ungarische Melodie, D. 817Franz Schubert, Shani Diluka
The Seasons, Op. 37a: X. OctoberPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jonas Vitaud
Piano Sonata No. 2, Op. 2, No. 2: II. Largo appassionatoLudwig van Beethoven, Rémi Geniet
Romance sans paroles, Op. 62: I. Andante espressivoFelix Mendelssohn, Matan Porat
Les heures dolentes: I. EpigrapheGabriel Dupont, Marie-Catherine Girod
Mazurka, Op. 30: IV. Allegretto en Do-Dièse MineurFrédéric Chopin, Iddo Bar-Shaï
Scènes d'enfants: V. Jeunes filles au jardinFederico Mompou, Luis Fernando Pérez
Goyescas: IV. La jeune fille et le rossignolEnrique Granados, Shani Diluka, Les Chanteurs d'Oiseaux
Prélude, Op. 28: XIII. Prélude en Fa-Dièse MajeurFrédéric Chopin, Philippe Giusiano
8 Pièces brèves, Op. 84: V. Improvisation en Ut-Dièse MineurGabriel Fauré, Jean-Claude Pennetier
Cinq Morceaux pour piano No. 4: Feuillet d'albumEmmanuel Chabrier, Anne Queffélec
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: II. Assez lentMaurice Ravel, Jean-Frédéric Neuburger
Années de pèlerinage II, S. 161: IV. Sonetto 47 del PetrarcaFranz Liszt, Nicholas Angelich
Etudes, Op. 8: VIII. Etude in A-Flat MajorAlexander Scriabin, Andrei Korobeinikov
Prélude, Choral et Fugue, FWV 21: I. PréludeCésar Franck, Marie-Ange Nguci
Prélude No. 6 en Si Mineur, Op. 24Frédéric Chopin, Yulianna Avdeeva
12 Pieces, Op. 40: VII. Au VillagePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Boris Berezovsky
Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: III. ForlaneMaurice Ravel, Nathalia Milstein
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