François-René Duchâble, the renowned French pianist, presents an extraordinary collection of classical masterpieces in his upcoming album "Grand Piano, Grand Horizons," set to release on September 22, 2025, under Warner Classics. This expansive three-hour and forty-minute journey through the world of classical piano showcases Duchâble's virtuosity and deep connection with the repertoire.
The album features a diverse selection of works from some of the most celebrated composers in history, including Chopin, Liszt, Bach, Beethoven, and Rachmaninoff. Duchâble's interpretations of Chopin's études and nocturnes are particularly noteworthy, demonstrating his technical brilliance and emotional depth. The album also includes lesser-known gems, such as Saint-Saëns' études and Poulenc's concertos, highlighting Duchâble's adventurous spirit and commitment to exploring the full range of the classical piano repertoire.
Throughout the album, Duchâble's playing is characterized by its clarity, precision, and expressive power. His performances of Brahms' clarinet sonatas, with their rich, singing melodies and intricate counterpoint, are particularly striking. The album also includes several transcriptions, such as Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" and Beethoven's "Für Elise," which showcase Duchâble's skill in adapting works originally written for other instruments to the piano.
"Grand Piano, Grand Horizons" is not just a showcase of Duchâble's technical prowess, but also a testament to his deep understanding of the classical piano repertoire. His performances are imbued with a sense of history and tradition, as well as a fresh, modern perspective that makes them feel vibrant and alive. Whether you're a seasoned classical music fan or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Liszt: Études d'exécution transcendante, S. 139: No. 1 in C Major, PreludioFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: 12 Études, Op. 10: No. 1 in C MajorFrédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 120 No. 2: IV. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, François-René Duchâble, Paul Meyer
Chopin: 12 Études, Op. 10: No. 12 in C Minor "Revolutionary"Frédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Bach, JS: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: Chorale. "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" (Arr. Duchâble for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, François-René Duchâble
Scarlatti, D.: Keyboard Sonata in D Minor, Kk. 141Domenico Scarlatti, François-René Duchâble
Saint-Saëns: 6 Études, Op. 52: No. 3, Prélude et fugue en fa mineurCamille Saint-Saëns, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: 6 Consolations, S. 172: No. 3 in D-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Liebestraüme, S. 541: No. 3, O lieb, so lang du lieben kannstFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: 12 Études, Op. 10: No. 3 in E Major "Tristesse"Frédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: Cello Sonata in G Minor, Op. 65: III. LargoFrédéric Chopin, Frédéric Lodéon, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: 6 Grandes études de Paganini, S. 141: No. 3, La campanellaFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: IV. Finale. Presto non tantoFrédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Saint-Saëns: Mazurka No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 66Camille Saint-Saëns, François-René Duchâble
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 "Pathétique": II. Adagio cantabileLudwig van Beethoven, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Études d'exécution transcendante, S. 139: No. 12 in B-Flat Minor, Chasse-neigeFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Brahms: Clarinet Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120 No. 1: II. Andante un poco adagioJohannes Brahms, François-René Duchâble
Poulenc: Concerto for Two Pianos in D Minor, FP 61: II. LarghettoFrancis Poulenc, James Conlon, François-René Duchâble, Jean-Philippe Collard, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Parish Alvars: Concertino for Harp and Piano in D Minor, Op. 91: II. AndanteElias Parish Alvars, Marielle Nordmann, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Theodor Guschlbauer, François-René Duchâble
Poulenc: Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, FP 146: II. Andante con motoFrancis Poulenc, James Conlon, François-René Duchâble, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Weber: Grand duo concertant, Op. 48, J. 204: III. RondoCarl Maria von Weber, François-René Duchâble, Paul Meyer
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 19: III. Rondo. Molto allegroLudwig van Beethoven, Yehudi Menuhin, François-René Duchâble, Sinfonia Varsovia
Chopin: Introduction and Polonaise brillante in C Major, Op. 3: Alla polaccaFrédéric Chopin, Frédéric Lodéon, François-René Duchâble
Grieg: Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 16: II. AdagioEdvard Grieg, François-René Duchâble, Theodor Guschlbauer, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": I. Adagio sostenutoLudwig van Beethoven, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: 3 Polonaises, Op. Posth. 71: No. 3 in F MinorFrédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Piano Sonata in B Minor, S. 178: I. Lento assai - Allegro energico - GrandiosoFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: Années de pèlerinage, Toisième année "Italie", S. 163: No. 4, Les jeux d'eau à la Villa d'EsteFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Liszt: 2 Légendes, S. 175: No. 1, Saint François d'Assise. La prédication aux oiseauxFranz Liszt, François-René Duchâble
Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 35 "Funeral March": III. Marche funèbre. LentoFrédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: II. Adagio assaiMaurice Ravel, François-René Duchâble, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse, Michel Plasson
Chopin: Ballade No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 52Frédéric Chopin, François-René Duchâble
Beethoven: Piano Concerto in D Major, Op. 61a: III. Rondo (Arr. of Violin Concerto, Op. 61)Ludwig van Beethoven, Yehudi Menuhin, François-René Duchâble, Sinfonia Varsovia
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: II. Adagio sostenutoSergei Rachmaninoff, François-René Duchâble, Theodor Guschlbauer, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
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