Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel with this captivating album, released on January 6, 1993, by Nar Classical. This collection showcases Ravel's mastery of the piano, featuring some of his most celebrated works. The album opens with the vibrant and lively Piano Concerto in G Major, a piece that highlights Ravel's unique blend of classical structure and innovative harmonies. Following this, the "Valses nobles et sentimentales" offer a series of waltzes that are both noble and deeply expressive, each movement revealing a different facet of Ravel's compositional genius. The album also includes "Gaspard de la nuit," a suite of three piano poems that are as technically demanding as they are musically rewarding. Each piece in this suite tells a story, from the ethereal "Ondine" to the haunting "Le Gibet" and the frenetic "Scarbo." As a bonus, the album concludes with a performance of the Keyboard Sonata in C Major by Baldassare Galuppi, adding a touch of classical elegance to the collection. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Ravel's piano works, offering a rich and varied listening experience that showcases his extraordinary talent and creativity.
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