Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel's piano masterpieces with the comprehensive collection "Ravel: Complete Works for Solo Piano." Released on April 4, 2025, under the prestigious Chandos label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 23 minutes, offering a deep dive into the neoclassical and classical genres that Ravel so brilliantly mastered.
This album is a treasure trove of Ravel's most celebrated solo piano works, including iconic pieces like "Gaspard de la nuit," "Miroirs," and "Le tombeau de Couperin." Each track is a testament to Ravel's unique compositional style, blending intricate technical demands with profound emotional depth. From the ethereal "Ondine" to the haunting "Le gibet," and the lively "Alborada del gracioso," the album showcases Ravel's versatility and innovation.
The collection also features lesser-known gems such as "Sérénade grotesque" and "Jeux d'eau," providing a comprehensive overview of Ravel's contributions to the solo piano repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Ravel's work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Sérénade grotesque, M. 5Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Jeux d'eau, M. 30Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Menuet antique, M. 7Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Sonatine, M. 40: I. ModéréMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Sonatine, M. 40: II. Mouvement de menuetMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Sonatine, M. 40: III. AniméMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Menuet, M. 42Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Menuet sur le nom d'Haydn, M. 58Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Miroirs, M. 43: No. 1, Noctuelles. Très légerMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Miroirs, M. 43: No. 2, Oiseaux tristes. Très lentMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Miroirs, M. 43: No. 3, Une barque sur l'océan. D'un rythme soupleMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Miroirs, M. 43: No. 4, Alborada del gracioso. Assez vifMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Miroirs, M. 43: No. 5, La vallée des cloches. Très lentMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Gaspard de la nuit, M. 55: No. 1, Ondine. LentMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Gaspard de la nuit, M. 55: No. 2, Le gibet. Très lentMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Gaspard de la nuit, M. 55: No. 3, Scarbo. ModéréMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
A la manière de Borodine, M. 63 No. 1Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
A la manière de Chabrier, M. 63 No. 2Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: I. PréludeMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: II. FugueMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: III. ForlaneMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: IV. RigaudonMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: V. MenuetMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: VI. ToccataMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Prélude, M. 65Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 1, Modéré, très francMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 2, Assez lent, avec une expression intenseMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 3, ModéréMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 4, Assez animéMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 5, Presque lent, dans un sentiment intimeMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 6, VifMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 7, Moins vifMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61: No. 8, Épilogue. LentMaurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet
La valse, M. 72 (Version for Piano)Maurice Ravel, Jean-Efflam Bavouzet