"074 Classical Essentials": Echos Du Temps by Clarence Adler is a captivating journey through the world of classical music, set to be released on September 16, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label. Spanning a duration of 2 hours and 3 minutes, this album is a testament to Adler's versatility and mastery, featuring a diverse range of compositions from renowned composers and his own arrangements.
The album opens with the enchanting "Arabian Dance" from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker Suite, expertly arranged for four hands piano by Langer-Sternberg. Adler's interpretation is followed by a selection of pieces from Schumann's "Album Für Die Jugend," including the poignant "Armes Waisenkind." The album also showcases Adler's ability to breathe new life into familiar melodies, as seen in his arrangement of Chopin's "My Joys" from the "Polish Songs" collection.
Adler's own compositions are also prominently featured, including the evocative "Vers Le Vent D'ouest" and "Echos Du Temps" from his "Tableaux for Solo Piano" series. His arrangements of folk songs and melodies, such as the "Six Studies in English Folk Song" and "20 Easy Pieces on Popular Polish Melodies," demonstrate his deep appreciation for cultural heritage and his skill in adapting traditional tunes for the piano.
The album also includes a selection of Adler's own works, such as the delicate "Wellenspiel" and the hauntingly beautiful "Élégie." His arrangements of pieces from various genres, including the "Oboe Concerto" by Alessandro Marcello and the "Cantata BWV 147" by Bach, showcase his ability to transcend musical boundaries and create a cohesive and engaging listening experience.
Throughout the album, Adler's playing is characterized by a deep sensitivity to the music and a keen ear for detail. His interpretations are both technically impressive and emotionally resonant, making "074 Classical Essentials": Echos Du Temps a standout addition to any classical music collection. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a (Arr. 4 Hands Piano by Langer-Sternberg): Arabian DancePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Anna Miernik, Joanna Sochacka
Album Für Die Jugend, Op. 68: No. 6, Armes WaisenkindRobert Schumann, Anna Miernik
Tatra Album, Op. 12: IV. Allegro MaestosoIgnacy Jan Paderewski, Anna Miernik, Joanna Sochacka
On an Overgrown Path, Book I: VII. Good Night!Leoš Janáček, Irene Cantos
Tableaux for Solo Piano, Book I: Vers Le Vent D'ouest, Op. 36Manuel Ruiz Del Corral, Irene Cantos
Tableaux for Solo Piano, Book I: Echos Du Temps, Op. 31Manuel Ruiz Del Corral, Irene Cantos
Etude No. 6Philip Glass, Joanna Sochacka
Menuet in C Major KV 1fWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in D Minor BWV 940 from the Klavierbüchlein Für Wilhelm Friedemann BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in C Major BWV 924 from the Klavierbüchlein Für Wilhelm Friedemann BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
20 Easy Pieces on Popular Polish Melodies: No. 18Alexandre Tansman, Anna Miernik
Six Studies in English Folk Song (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman): Vi. Allegro VivaceRalph Vaughan Williams, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
3 Pieces, Op. 45: No. 1, Feuillet D'albumAlexander Scriabin, Juan Francisco Otón
Trois mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après Un Rêve (Arr. Flute & piano by Katrina Penman)Gabriel Fauré, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Au Matin, Op. 83 - Duo-Art 56847Benjamin Godard, Peter Phillips, Clarence Adler
Xàfec de Llum I Tenebres: I. Como Lluvia FinaRamón Paus, Orquestra De Cambra Catalana, Joan Pàmies
The Brook, Etude De Concert - Duo-Art 5605McNair Ilgenfritz, Peter Phillips
Chant Polonaise No. 5, S.480, Transcription of Chopin's My Joys (Polish Songs) Op. 74, No .12 - Welte-Mignon 1035Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt, Bernhard Stavenhagen, Peter Phillips
Oboe Concerto BWV 974 (Piano Transcription by Alessandro Marcello): AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Chanson (Melodie) - Duo-Art 66406Rudolf Friml, Peter Phillips, Robert Armbruster
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881 - Welte-Mignon 544Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Phillips, Raoul Stéphane Pugno
Humoresken, Op. 20.: No. 5, Humoreske in G Minor - Welte-Mignon 1017Max Reger, Peter Phillips
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 17a (Arr. Solo Piano by Giorni): Dance of the Reed Flutes (Danse Des Mirlitons) - Duo-Art 6132Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Aurelio Giorni, Peter Phillips
Souvenirs De Voyage, Op. 71: No. 6, Malagueña - Duo-Art 67827Isaac Albéniz, Ernesto Berumen, Peter Phillips
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