Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Paula Stebel's latest album, "Arietta: Classical Piano Essentials." This exquisite collection, released on July 15, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, spans an impressive two hours and fifty-one minutes, featuring a diverse array of timeless pieces performed with unparalleled artistry.
Paula Stebel, a virtuoso known for her delicate touch and profound musicality, brings to life a rich tapestry of compositions from some of the most celebrated composers in history. The album opens with Edvard Grieg's "Arietta, Op. 12 No. 1," setting the tone for a journey through the works of Bach, Chopin, Schumann, and many others. Each piece is meticulously chosen and performed, showcasing Stebel's technical brilliance and emotional depth.
From the intricate "Two Part Inventions" by Bach to the hauntingly beautiful "Gaspard De La Nuit" by Ravel, the album is a testament to Stebel's versatility and mastery of the piano. Highlights include the ethereal "Prélude À L'après-Midi D'un Faune" by Debussy, the dynamic "Fantasie Impromptu" by Chopin, and the poignant "Ave Maria" by Bach-Gounod. The album also features lesser-known gems like "Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann," offering a fresh perspective on classical repertoire.
Paula Stebel's "Arietta: Classical Piano Essentials" is not just an album; it's a celebration of the piano's enduring legacy and the artist's dedication to her craft. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises to captivate and inspire. Experience the magic of Paula Stebel's artistry and let the timeless beauty of these classical masterpieces transport you to a world of musical splendor.
Tracks
Arietta, Op. 12 No. 1Edvard Grieg, Anna Miernik
Two Part Inventions: No. 1, BWV 772 - Duo-Art 6392Johann Sebastian Bach, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Prélude (Arr. H. G. Heumann)Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Anna Miernik
La Fleurie, Ou La Tendre Nannette (Arr. Solo Piano by Jeanne-Marie Darré) - Duo-Art 075 BrFrançois Couperin, Jeanne-Marie Darre, Peter Phillips
Preludes, Op. 23: Prelude in E-Flat Major, Op. 23, No. 6, AndanteSergei Rachmaninoff, Juan Francisco Otón
Prelude, Op. 28 No. 2 in A MinorFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
6 Pieces, Op. 19: Nocturno, Op. 19, No. 4Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Juan Francisco Otón
String Quintet in E Major, Op. 11: No. 5, G275, Minuet in A Major (Arr. By Bauer) - Duo-Art 5889Luigi Boccherini, Peter Phillips, Harold Bauer
6 Pieces, Op. 51: Valse Sentimentale, Op. 51, No. 6Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 7, Tempo Des ThemasRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 9, -Robert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857 - Welte-Mignon 2965Johann Sebastian Bach, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Preludes, Op. 28: No. 3 in G Major - Welte-Mignon 3184Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Maria Carreras
Prélude À L'après-Midi D'un Faune (Arr. For Solo Piano by E. Robert Schmitz) - Duo-Art 6532Claude Debussy, Peter Phillips, E. Robert Schmitz
Gaspard De La Nuit: II. Le Gibet - Duo-Art 0219 BrMaurice Ravel, Peter Phillips
Nocturne, Op. 9, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: Theme. Ziemlich LangsamRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Ave Maria - Welte-Mignon 3560-USJohann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Peter Phillips, Laura Danziger
Concerto for Violin in F Minor, BWV 1056 (Arr. Solo Piano by Cortot): AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Alfred Cortot, Peter Phillips
Nocturne in D-Flat Major, Op. 27, No. 2 - Welte-Mignon 1194Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Theodor Leschetizky
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 4, Ziemlich LangsamRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 5, LebhafterRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
A La Campagne. Op. 40: No. 1, Waves and Billows - Welte-Mignon 1200Theodor Leschetizky, Peter Phillips
Ruins of Athens. Op. 113 (Arr. Solo Piano by Busoni): Fantasie - Welte-Mignon 1322Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Ferruccio Busoni
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 1, -Robert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Prelude en la Mineur, M. 65Maurice Ravel, Irene Cantos
Lyric Pieces, Op. 43: No. 1, Butterfly (Schmetterling, Papillon) - Welte-Mignon 1005Edvard Grieg, Paula Stebel, Peter Phillips
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 3, Sehr PräcisRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Humoresques, Op. 101: No. 7, Poco Lento E Grazioso (G♭ Major) - Welte-Mignon 1324Antonín Dvořák, Peter Phillips, Herbert Fryer
Studies, Op. 740: No.5, Octave Study - Welte-Mignon 2430Carl Czerny, Peter Phillips, Josef Lhevinne
The Seasons, Op. 37a: No. 6, Barcarolle (June) - Duo-Art 7128Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Peter Phillips, Nadia Reisenberg
Capriccio, Op. 76, No. 2 in B Minor - Duo-Art 6596Johannes Brahms, Arthur Rubinstein, Peter Phillips
Haurren Irudiak: V. TxaetaBeatriz Arzamendi, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Preludes, Book I: No. 11, La Danse De Puck - Welte-Mignon 2738Claude Debussy, 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
Tableaux for Solo Piano, Book I: Vers Le Vent D'ouest, Op. 36Manuel Ruiz Del Corral, Irene Cantos
Piano Pieces, Op. 76: No. 2, Capriccio in B Minor - Welte-Mignon 497Johannes Brahms, Peter Phillips, Ernst von Dohnányi
Violin Sonata No. 4: Chaconne (Arr. By Ferruccio Busoni) - Duo-Art 6928Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Phillips, Ferruccio Busoni
Violin Sonata No. 2: Bourree in B Minor (Transcription by Saint-Saens) - Duo-Art 67719Johann Sebastian Bach, Camille Saint-Saëns, Rudolph Reuter, Peter Phillips
Feuillet D'album Iec. 16 - Duo-Art 6969Emmanuel Chabrier, Peter Phillips, Alfred Cortot
Cantata No. 147: Chorale - Jesu Joy (Arr. Solo Piano by Bauer) - Duo-Art 7371Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Phillips, Harold Bauer
Ecossaises, Op. 72: Three Ecossaises, Nos. 3, 4 & 5 - Duo-Art 5741Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Leopold Godowsky
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 7 in C Major, 'Toccata' - Duo-Art 5561Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Katharine Goodson
Toccata in B-Flat Major, Op. 11 - Welte-Mignon 3971Muzio Clementi, Peter Phillips, Raoul von Koczalski
The Tales of Hoffmann: Barcarolle - Duo-Art 101936Jacques Offenbach, Peter Phillips, George Gartlan
Fantasie Impromptu, Op. 66, C-Sharp Minor - Duo-Art 6058Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Harold Bauer
Concerto for Piano and Wind Instruments: Allegro from Mov. I (Arr. Solo Piano by Stravinsky) - Duo-Art 528-4Igor Stravinsky, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 2 in F Minor, 'the Bees' (Arr. For 4 Hands Piano by Brahms) - Duo-Art 6265Frédéric Chopin, Rose Sutro, Ottilie Sutro, Peter Phillips
Gavotte and Variations (Arr. By Leschetizky) - Duo-Art 6217Jean-Philippe Rameau, Peter Phillips, Ethel Leginska
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