Celebrate the remarkable 95th birthday of renowned composer Samuel Adler with this captivating collection of his piano music and songs. Released on March 3, 2023, by Toccata Classics, this album spans an impressive 77 minutes and offers a diverse range of compositions that showcase Adler's versatility and mastery.
The album opens with the Duo Sonata for Two Pianos, a three-movement work that demonstrates Adler's skill in writing for multiple instruments. The sonata is followed by a poignant tribute, "In Memoriam: RBG," a piece for high voice and piano that honors the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Adler's Six Short Occasional Pieces for piano are a highlight of the album, each offering a unique musical experience. From the playful "Little Chromatic Trio" to the introspective "Devotional," these pieces showcase Adler's ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his music.
The album also features several vocal works, including "Songs of Innocent Love" for soprano, violin, and piano. These songs, with their tender melodies and poetic texts, offer a glimpse into Adler's lyrical side.
For those who enjoy character pieces, the album's final section, "Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart)," is sure to delight. This collection of 10 pieces for piano solo offers a mix of styles and moods, from the playful "Questions and Answers" to the dramatic "Bleak Soundscape."
Throughout the album, Adler's compositions are performed with skill and sensitivity, bringing his music to life in a way that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Whether you're a longtime fan of Samuel Adler or a newcomer to his work, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Duo Sonata for Two Pianos: I ToccataSamuel Adler, Laura Melton, Yevgeny Yontov
Duo Sonata for Two Pianos: Ii NotturnoSamuel Adler, Laura Melton, Yevgeny Yontov
Duo Sonata for Two Pianos: III. Scherzo-finaleSamuel Adler, Laura Melton, Yevgeny Yontov
In Memoriam: Rbg for high voice and pianoSamuel Adler, Sabine Goetz, Axel Bauni
Six Short Occasional Pieces for piano: No. 1, Little Chromatic TrioSamuel Adler, Laura Melton
Six Short Occasional Pieces for piano: No. 2, for HarrietSamuel Adler, Laura Melton
Six Short Occasional Pieces for piano: No. 3, Your Music Will PrevailSamuel Adler, Laura Melton
Six Short Occasional Pieces for piano: No. 4, DevotionalSamuel Adler, Laura Melton
Six Short Occasional Pieces for piano: No. 5, Bagatelle for JürgenSamuel Adler, Laura Melton
Six Short Occasional Pieces for piano: No. 6, ToccatinaSamuel Adler, Laura Melton
While Listening to Music: I On Hearing a Symphony of BeethovenSamuel Adler, Sabine Goetz, Axel Bauni
While Listening to Music: Ii Lines (to a movement in Mozart’s e♭ Symphony K. 543)Samuel Adler, Sabine Goetz, Axel Bauni
Four Choreographies: No. 1 Homage to SatieSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Four Choreographies: No. 2 Toccata con furiaSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Four Choreographies: No. 3 Valse sans TristesseSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Four Choreographies: No. 4 Chromatic GigueSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Songs of Innocent Love for soprano, violin and piano: I LiedSamuel Adler, Sabine Goetz, Noah Bendix-Balgley, Axel Bauni
Songs of Innocent Love for soprano, violin and piano: Ii Ich bin die NachtSamuel Adler, Sabine Goetz, Noah Bendix-Balgley, Axel Bauni
Songs of Innocent Love for soprano, violin and piano: Iii Schlaflied für dichSamuel Adler, Sabine Goetz, Noah Bendix-Balgley, Axel Bauni
Songs of Innocent Love for soprano, violin and piano: Iv LiedSamuel Adler, Sabine Goetz, Noah Bendix-Balgley, Axel Bauni
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 1 Questions and AnswersSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 2 Toccatina ISamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 3 LyricSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 4 WaltzSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 5 Toccatina IiSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 6 MarchSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 7 IntermezzoSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 8 Toccatina IiiSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 9 Bleak SoundscapeSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
Music for the Young (and the Young at Heart), 10 Character Pieces for piano solo: No. 10 TangoSamuel Adler, Yevgeny Yontov
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