Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Thomas Tellefsen, a Norwegian pianist and composer of the Romantic era, with the release of "Thomas Tellefsen: Complete Piano Works 1." This captivating album, released on May 2, 2018, under the Acte Préalable label, offers a comprehensive journey through Tellefsen's piano compositions, spanning a total of 70 minutes.
The album features a diverse collection of Tellefsen's works, including his Op. 1 Quatre mazurkas, the elegant Grande mazurka in B-Flat Major, Op. 24, and the enchanting Nocturne in G-Flat Major, Op. 39. The pièce de résistance is the powerful Sonate in C Minor, Op. 13, presented in its entirety with three distinct movements: Allegro, Adagio, and Vivace. Additionally, the album showcases Tellefsen's prowess in dance forms with the Trois valses brillantes, Op. 5, and the Grandes valses, Op. 30.
Tellefsen's compositions are characterized by their lyrical melodies, rhythmic vitality, and harmonic richness, reflecting the influence of his contemporaries such as Chopin and Schumann. This album is a testament to Tellefsen's musical genius and his significant contributions to the Romantic piano repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
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