Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Claude Debussy with this captivating collection of his most celebrated piano works. Released in 1990 under the Naxos label, this album spans a little over an hour and fourteen minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Debussy's evocative compositions.
The album opens with the delicate and dreamy Suite Bergamasque, featuring the iconic "Clair de Lune," a piece that has become synonymous with Debussy's name. The suite is followed by the two books of Images, where Debussy's impressionistic style shines through in pieces like "Reflets dans l'eau" and "Poissons d'or."
The Preludes, both Book I and Book II, showcase Debussy's ability to paint vivid scenes and moods with just a few notes. From the serene "Des pas sur la neige" to the fiery "Feux d'artifice," each prelude is a miniature masterpiece. The album also includes the two Arabesques, elegant and lyrical pieces that highlight Debussy's refined musical language.
Throughout the album, Debussy's unique harmonic language and subtle orchestration create a sense of atmosphere and mood that is distinctly his own. This collection is a testament to Debussy's enduring influence on classical music and his status as a pioneer of musical impressionism. Whether you're a longtime fan of Debussy or a newcomer to his music, this album is a delightful exploration of one of the most innovative composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Tracks
Suite bergamasque: I. PreludeClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Suite bergamasque: II. MenuetClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Suite bergamasque, L. 75: Suite bergamasque: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Suite bergamasque: IV. PassepiedClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
La plus que lente, L. 121Claude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Images, Book 1: No. 1, Reflets dans l'eau (Reflections in the water)Claude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Images, Book 1: No. 2, Hommage a RameauClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Images, Book 1: No. 3, MouvementClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Images, Book 2: No. 1, Cloches a travers les feuillies (Bells through the leaves)Claude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Images, Book 2, L. 111: No. 2, Et la lune descend sur le temple qui futClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
Images, Book 2, L. 111: No. 3, Poissons d'orClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
2 Arabesques, L. 66: No. 1 in E MajorClaude Debussy, Klara Kormendi
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