Daniil Trifonov, the celebrated Russian pianist, presents a captivating journey through the Silver Age of Russian music with his latest album, "Silver Age." Released on April 16, 2021, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this collection showcases Trifonov's virtuosity and deep connection with the works of Russian composers.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 34 minutes, the album is a comprehensive exploration of the piano repertoire from the Silver Age, a period of remarkable creativity and innovation in Russian arts. Trifonov's program includes a diverse range of pieces, from the lyrical and introspective to the technically demanding and virtuosic.
The album opens with Sergei Prokofiev's "Serenade in A for Piano" and "Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17," demonstrating Trifonov's ability to navigate the composer's distinctive style with both precision and poetic sensibility. The program continues with Alexander Scriabin's "Piano Sonata No. 8 in B Flat Major, Op. 84," showcasing the pianist's mastery of the composer's complex and evocative language.
Trifonov also turns his attention to the works of Igor Stravinsky, performing selections from "Cinderella," "The Firebird," and "Petrushka." These pieces highlight the composer's rhythmic vitality and colorful orchestration, expertly adapted for the piano. The album also features Stravinsky's "Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 16" and "Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20," offering a comprehensive survey of the composer's piano concertos.
Complementing these works are selections from Sergei Rachmaninoff's "Deux poèmes, Op. 32" and "Eight Etudes, Op. 42," further showcasing Trifonov's technical prowess and musical insight. Throughout the album, Trifonov's playing is characterized by its clarity, nuance, and expressive depth, making "Silver Age" a compelling and rewarding listening experience.
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