Andrey Gugnin's "Pictures" is a captivating journey through the world of classical piano music, released on April 8, 2016, under the prestigious label Steinway and Sons. This album is a testament to Gugnin's exceptional skill and versatility as a pianist, showcasing his ability to bring to life a diverse range of compositions.
The album opens with "Petite suite en 15 images," a delightful suite that takes the audience through a series of vivid musical images. Each movement, from the playful "Ronde" to the serene "Berceuse aux étoiles," offers a unique emotional landscape. Following this, Gugnin tackles Mussorgsky's iconic "Pictures at an Exhibition," a complex and demanding work that he navigates with remarkable finesse. The album concludes with "6 Kartin," a set of six pieces that further demonstrate Gugnin's technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes, "Pictures" is a substantial and engaging listen. Gugnin's performances are marked by a deep understanding of the music, a keen sense of phrasing, and a dynamic range that brings out the full expressive potential of each piece. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Andrey Gugnin's "Pictures" is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Petite suite en 15 images: I. PréludeJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: II. RondeJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: III. Le gai vigneronJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: IV. Berceuse aux étoilesJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: V. Le cavalier Sans-SouciJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: VI. ParadeJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: VII. La promenade en traîneauJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: VIII. RomanceJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: IX. QuadrilleJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: X. Sérénade sur l'eauJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: XI. La machine à coudreJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: XII. L'adieuJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: XIII. Les crocusJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: XIV. Premier balJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Petite suite en 15 images: XV. Danse du cocherJacques Ibert, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade IModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: I. GnomusModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade IIModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: II. Old CastleModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade IIIModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: III. TuileriesModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: IV. BydłoModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade IVModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: V. Ballet of the Chickens in Their ShellsModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: VI. Samuel Goldenberg & SchmuÿleModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: Promenade VModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: VII. The Market at LimogesModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: VIII. Catacombæ (Sepulcrum romanum)Modest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: VIII. Cum mortuis in lingua mortuaModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: IX. The Hut on Fowl's Legs (Baba-Yagá)Modest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin
Pictures at an Exhibition: X. The Great Gate at KievModest Mussorgsky, Andrey Gugnin