Embark on a captivating journey through the vast landscape of classical piano music with François-René Duchâble's "Grand Piano, Grand Horizons." This extraordinary album, set for release on September 22, 2025, under Warner Classics, is a testament to Duchâble's virtuosity and his deep connection with the piano. Spanning an impressive three hours and forty minutes, the album is a comprehensive exploration of some of the most revered works in the classical piano repertoire.
Duchâble's interpretation of pieces by composers such as Chopin, Liszt, Bach, and Beethoven showcases his technical brilliance and emotional depth. The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the intricate Études of Chopin and Liszt to the profound sonatas of Beethoven and the serene beauty of Bach's works. Each piece is performed with a level of artistry that highlights Duchâble's unique musical voice.
The album also includes lesser-known gems, such as works by Saint-Saëns, Poulenc, and Parish-Alvars, adding a layer of discovery and excitement for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Duchâble's arrangements of works originally written for other instruments, such as the flute and clarinet sonatas of Brahms, demonstrate his versatility and creativity.
"Grand Piano, Grand Horizons" is not just a collection of performances; it is a celebration of the piano's expressive power and the enduring legacy of classical music. Duchâble's masterful playing and thoughtful programming make this album a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty and complexity of the piano.
Chopin: 12 Études, Op. 10: No. 12 in C Minor "Revolutionary"Frédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Bach, JS: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: Chorale. "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" (Arr. Duchâble for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, François-René Duchâble
Scarlatti, D.: Keyboard Sonata in D Minor, Kk. 141Domenico Scarlatti, François-René Duchâble
Saint-Saëns: 6 Études, Op. 52: No. 3, Prélude et fugue en fa mineurCamille Saint-Saëns, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: 6 Consolations, S. 172: No. 3 in D-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Liebestraüme, S. 541: No. 3, O lieb, so lang du lieben kannstFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: 12 Études, Op. 10: No. 3 in E Major "Tristesse"Frédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: III. LargoFrédéric Chopin, Frédéric Lodéon, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: 6 Grandes études de Paganini, S. 141: No. 3, La campanellaFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: IV. Finale. Presto non tantoFrédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Saint-Saëns: Mazurka No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 66Camille Saint-Saëns, François-René Duchâble
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Études d'exécution transcendante, S. 139: No. 12 in B-Flat Minor, Chasse-neigeFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: II. Andante un poco adagioJohannes Brahms, François-René Duchâble
Poulenc: Concerto for Two Pianos in D Minor, FP 61: II. LarghettoFrancis Poulenc, James Conlon, François-René Duchâble, Jean-Philippe Collard, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Parish Alvars: Concertino for Harp and Piano in D Minor, Op. 91: II. AndanteElias Parish Alvars, Marielle Nordmann, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Theodor Guschlbauer, François-René Duchâble
Poulenc: Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, FP 146: II. Andante con motoFrancis Poulenc, James Conlon, François-René Duchâble, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Weber: Grand duo concertant, Op. 48, J. 204: III. RondoCarl Maria von Weber, François-René Duchâble, Paul Meyer
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Yehudi Menuhin, François-René Duchâble, Sinfonia Varsovia
Chopin: Introduction and Polonaise brillante in C Major, Op. 3: Alla polaccaFrédéric Chopin, Frédéric Lodéon, François-René Duchâble
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: II. AdagioEdvard Grieg, François-René Duchâble, Theodor Guschlbauer, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: 3 Polonaises, Op. Posth. 71: No. 3 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178: I. Lento assai - Allegro energico - GrandiosoFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Années de pèlerinage, Toisième année "Italie", S. 163: No. 4, Les jeux d'eau à la Villa d'EsteFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: 2 Légendes, S. 175: No. 1, Saint François d'Assise. La prédication aux oiseauxFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35 "Funeral March": III. Marche funèbre. LentoFrédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: II. Adagio assaiMaurice Ravel, François-René Duchâble, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson
Chopin: Ballade No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 52Frédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Beethoven: Piano Concerto in D Major, Op. 61a: III. Rondo (Arr. of Violin Concerto, Op. 61)Ludwig van Beethoven, Yehudi Menuhin, François-René Duchâble, Sinfonia Varsovia
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, François-René Duchâble, Theodor Guschlbauer, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
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