Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Arthur De Greef's "Forgotten Waves" - Piano Music from the Golden Age. This exquisite collection, released on July 9, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, showcases the timeless beauty of classical piano compositions, spanning a rich tapestry of genres and styles.
Arthur De Greef, a maestro of the keys, brings to life a diverse array of pieces, each a testament to the golden age of piano music. From the intricate and lively "Wellenspiel" by Op. 14 to the serene and contemplative "Nocturne" and "Barcarolle," this album is a journey through the evolution of piano music. The inclusion of well-known works like Dvořák's "Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (From the New World)" and Chopin's "Mazurka in C Major" alongside lesser-known gems such as "Invention in C Major BWV 772" and "Stemninger, Op. 73: No. 2, Scherzo Impromptu" offers a comprehensive exploration of the piano repertoire.
With a duration of 2 hours and 50 minutes, "Forgotten Waves" is a substantial and engaging listen, perfect for both casual listeners and aficionados of classical music. The album's tracklist is a treasure trove of musical delights, featuring works by renowned composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Schumann, and Chopin, as well as lesser-known but equally captivating pieces by composers like Arthur De Greef himself.
This album is not just a collection of songs; it's a celebration of the piano's versatility and the composer's artistry. Whether you're in the mood for the lively rhythms of "Klezmer Suite" or the delicate nuances of "Lieder Ohne Worte," Arthur De Greef's masterful interpretations bring each piece to life with unparalleled depth and emotion. "Forgotten Waves" is a must-experience for anyone who appreciates the timeless elegance of classical piano music.
Partita No. 1, BWV 825: Gigue in B Flat - Duo-Art 0216 BrJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Samuel, Peter Phillips
Baigneuses Au Soleil - Duo-Art 6581Déodat de Séverac, Peter Phillips, E. Robert Schmitz
Lyrische Stucke. Op. 71: No. 3, Puck - Duo-Art 02 BrEdvard Grieg, Arthur De Greef, Peter Phillips
Cantata BWV 29 (Arr. Solo Piano by Siloti): Prelude. "We Thank You God, We Thank You" "Wir Danken Dir, Gott, Wir Danken Dir" - Duo-Art 66000Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Siloti, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 4, Op. 7: IV. Rondo - Duo-Art 71770Ludwig van Beethoven, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 9, -Robert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (From the New World, Arr. Solo Piano by Marie Dvorák): II. Largo - Duo-Art 6486Antonín Dvořák, Marie Dvorák, Peter Phillips
A La Campagne. Op. 40: No. 1, Waves and Billows - Welte-Mignon 1200Theodor Leschetizky, Peter Phillips
Two Studies, Op. 38: No. 1, Folk Tune - Due-Art 0333Eugene Goossens, Peter Phillips
Kaleidoscope, Op. 18: Nos. 1-3: Good Morning; Promenade; the Hurdy Gurdy Man - Duo-Art D906Eugene Goossens, Peter Phillips
The Seasons. Op. 37A: No. 11, Troika (November) - Duo-Art S-31438Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elva Faeth Rider, Peter Phillips
Chant Polonaise No. 5, S.480, Transcription of Chopin's My Joys (Polish Songs) Op. 74, No .12 - Welte-Mignon 1035Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt, Bernhard Stavenhagen, Peter Phillips
6 Lieder Ohne Worte, Op. 18 in E-Dur: Vi. Am Arno. Wiegend Und WeichDelphine von Schauroth, Arcadie Triboi
Diálogos Con las Estrellas: III.Antón García Abril, Pablo Martínez
Collar de Haikus, Op. 68: Haiku-Perla Nº14Alejandro Román, Abel Sánchez-Aguilera
Spring, Op. 74 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Mazurka in C Major Wn 48Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Invention in C Major BWV 772Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
15 Two-Part Inventions No. 13 in A Minor BWV 785Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Cantata BWV 147 (Piano Transcription by Hans-Günter Heumann): Jesu, Joy of Man DesiringJohann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Klezmer Suite, for Clarinet, Viola, Piano and Double Bass: III. Allegro Vivace, PrestoMenachem Wiesenberg, Yuval Gotlibovich, Chen Halevi, Nir Comforty
Marche Funèbre Wn 9 Reconstruction by Jan EkierFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Tableaux for Solo Piano, Book I: Le Miroir D'un Instant, Op. 39Manuel Ruiz Del Corral, Irene Cantos
Etude No. 5Philip Glass, Joanna Sochacka
Ciudadano Sombra: I. - Live ConcertRamón Paus, Pablo Martos, Yuval Gotlibovich, Alberto Martos
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II: Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881 - Welte-Mignon 544Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Phillips, Raoul Stéphane Pugno
Lieder Ohne Worte. Op. 67: No. 4, Spinning Song - Duo-Art 66730Felix Mendelssohn, Ossip Gabrilowitsch, Peter Phillips
Etude, Op. 37 in F Major - Duo-Art 5860Anatoly Lyadov, Peter Phillips, Josef Martin
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 1 in C Major, 'Waterfall' - Duo-Art 5521Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Michael von Zadora
Pictures at an Exhibition: GnomusModest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Bunte Blatter (Colorful Leaves) Op. 99: No. 9, Novelette in B Minor - Duo-Art 7284Robert Schumann, Ossip Gabrilowitsch, Peter Phillips
Caprice. Op. 3, No. 2 in E Major (Arr. Solo Piano by Schumann) - Welte-Mignon 2591Robert Schumann, Niccolò Paganini, Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler, Peter Phillips