Immerse yourself in the intricate and evocative world of Leoš Janáček with this captivating collection of piano works. Released on April 26, 2019, under the Piano Classics label, this album presents a rich tapestry of chamber music that showcases Janáček's unique compositional voice. Spanning a little over an hour and ten minutes, the album is a journey through some of the composer's most introspective and expressive pieces.
The album opens with "On an Overgrown Path, Series I," a suite of ten miniatures that paint vivid musical landscapes, each with its own distinct character and mood. Following this, "In the Mists" offers a series of four atmospheric and introspective pieces, each titled simply by its tempo, inviting the listener to explore the subtle nuances of Janáček's harmonic language.
The album culminates with the powerful "Sonata 1.X.1905," a work inspired by the assassination of Janáček's political hero, reflecting both personal and historical turmoil. The second series of "On an Overgrown Path" concludes the album, offering further glimpses into Janáček's imaginative and deeply personal musical world.
This album is a testament to Janáček's ability to convey profound emotions and vivid imagery through his music, making it a compelling listen for both longtime admirers and newcomers to his work.
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Tracks
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: I. Our EveningsLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: II. A Blown-Away LeafLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: III. Come with Us!Leoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: IV. The Frýdek MadonnaLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: V. They Chattered Like SwallowsLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: VI. Words Fail!Leoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: VII. Good Night!Leoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: VIII. Unutterable AnguishLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: IX. In TearsLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series I: X. The Barn Owl Has not Flown Away!Leoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
In the Mists: I. AndanteLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
In the Mists: II. Molto adagioLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
In the Mists: III. AndantinoLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
In the Mists: IV. PrestoLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
Sonata, 1.X.1905: I. The Presentiment - Con motoLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
Sonata, 1.X.1905: II. The Death - AdagioLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series II: I. AndanteLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series II: II. AllegrettoLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series II: III. Più mossoLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series II: IV. AllegroLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
On an Overgrown Path, Series II: V. VivoLeoš Janáček, Zoltán Fejérvári
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