Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Peter Phillips' captivating album, "Wellenspiel: Piano Evocations from the Golden Age." Released on July 12, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, this exquisite collection showcases Phillips' masterful interpretation of timeless compositions, spanning a rich tapestry of classical piano genres.
The album is a meticulously curated journey through the golden age of piano music, featuring works by renowned composers such as Chopin, Beethoven, and Bach, among others. With a duration of 2 hours and 4 minutes, "Wellenspiel" offers a comprehensive exploration of the piano's expressive range, from delicate etudes and waltzes to powerful sonatas and symphonic arrangements.
Peter Phillips, a virtuoso pianist known for his nuanced performances and deep musical insight, brings each piece to life with remarkable sensitivity and technical brilliance. The album includes iconic works like Chopin's "Nocturne, Op. 15, No. 2" and Beethoven's "Piano Sonata No. 5, Op. 10," as well as lesser-known gems like "Wellenspiel, Op. 14, No. 1" and "Poursuite (Hide & Seek) from 'Souvenirs De Jeunesse.'"
Recorded with pristine clarity, "Wellenspiel" captures the essence of each composition, allowing listeners to appreciate the intricate details and emotional depth of Phillips' performances. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
Piano Sonata No. 4, Op. 7: IV. Rondo - Duo-Art 71770Ludwig van Beethoven, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Lyrische Stucke. Op. 71: No. 3, Puck - Duo-Art 02 BrEdvard Grieg, Arthur De Greef, Peter Phillips
Partita No. 1, BWV 825: Gigue in B Flat - Duo-Art 0216 BrJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Samuel, Peter Phillips
Cantata BWV 29 (Arr. Solo Piano by Siloti): Prelude. "We Thank You God, We Thank You" "Wir Danken Dir, Gott, Wir Danken Dir" - Duo-Art 66000Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Siloti, Peter Phillips
Minuet No. 1 (KV. 1) in G Major - Duo-Art 0295 BrWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Edwin Fischer, Peter Phillips
Nocturne, Op. 15, No. 2 in F-Sharp Major - Duo-Art 0212 BrFrédéric Chopin, Albert Stoessel, Peter Phillips
Poursuite (Hide & Seek) from "Souvenirs De Jeunesse" - Duo-Art 5731Raoul Laparra, Peter Phillips
Old Finnish Dance (Polska) - Duo-Art 6371Ernst Frederik Linko, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata, Op. 2 No. 2: IV. Rondo Grazioso - Duo-Art 0269 BrLudwig van Beethoven, Beethoven-Rubinstein, Una Bourne, Peter Phillips
Etude, Op. 25, No.9 (Butterfly) in G-Flat Major - Duo-Art 6453, Pt. 1Frédéric Chopin, Guiomar Novaes, Peter Phillips
Viennese Dance No. 1 on Themes from Gaertner - Duo-Art 6410Eduard Gaertner, Ignaz Friedman, Peter Phillips
Faust. Waltzes - Duo-Art 6002Charles Gounod, McNair Ilgenfritz, Peter Phillips
Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (From the New World, Arr. Solo Piano by Marie Dvorák): II. Largo - Duo-Art 6486Antonín Dvořák, Marie Dvorák, Peter Phillips
Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (From the New World, Arr. Solo Piano by Ganz): IV. Allegro Con Fuoco - Duo-Art 5300Antonín Dvořák, Rudolph Ganz, Peter Phillips
Impromptu, Op. 90, No.3 in G Flat (Played in G) - Welte-Mignon 1656Franz Schubert, Annie Cory, Peter Phillips
Rhapsody, Op. 79, No. 2 G Minor - Triphonola T-51357Johannes Brahms, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 5, Op. 10 in C Minor (Pub. 1798): I. - Welte-Mignon 1676Ludwig van Beethoven, Vera Margolies, Peter Phillips
Impromptu No.2, Op. 36, F-Sharp Major - Duo-Art 5907Frédéric Chopin, Camille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata, Op. 2 No. 2: I. Allegro Vivace - Duo-Art 0266 BrLudwig van Beethoven, Una Bourne, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata, Op. 2 No. 2: II. Largo Appassionato - Duo-Art 0267 BrLudwig van Beethoven, Beethoven-Rubinstein, Una Bourne, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata, Op. 2 No. 2: III. Scherzo Allegretto - Duo-Art 0268 BrLudwig van Beethoven, Beethoven-Rubinstein, Una Bourne, Peter Phillips
Nocturne, Op. 55, No. 1 in F Minor - Duo-Art 7108Frédéric Chopin, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 23, Op. 57 "Appassionata" in F Minor: III. Allegro Ma Non Troppo - Presto - Welte-Mignon 1443Ludwig van Beethoven, Ernest Schelling, Peter Phillips
Valse Brillante. Op. 20 - Duo-Art 5867Mana Zucca, Peter Phillips
The Seasons. Op. 37A: No. 11, Troika (November) - Duo-Art S-31438Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elva Faeth Rider, Peter Phillips
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