"Harp Meets Piano" is a captivating classical album released in 2017 by the renowned pianist Cyprien Katsaris, featuring the exquisite collaboration with harpist Isabelle Courret. This album is a unique blend of classical piano and harp music, showcasing a diverse range of compositions that span from romantic to contemporary pieces. The album features 16 tracks, with a total duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, offering a rich and immersive listening experience.
The album includes notable works such as Rachmaninoff's Suite for Two Pianos No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 5 "Fantaisie-tableaux," and the Harp Concerto in E Minor, Op. 182, arranged for solo piano by David Cutler. Additionally, it features Astor Piazzolla's "Histoire du tango" and original compositions by Cyprien Katsaris, including "Contemplations" and "Tableaux."
Recorded at the Eglise Evangélique Saint-Marcel in Paris, France, the album benefits from the acoustically rich environment, enhancing the clarity and resonance of the performances. Katsaris and Courret alternate playing the piano parts, exploiting the full scope and versatility of the harp and piano duo. The result is a harmonious and dynamic interplay between the two instruments, highlighting their unique timbres and expressive capabilities.
"Harp Meets Piano" is a testament to the artistic prowess of Cyprien Katsaris and Isabelle Courret, offering a refined and sophisticated collection of classical music that is sure to delight fans of the genre. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the beauty of harp and piano duets, this album promises an enchanting and memorable listening experience.
Tracks
Suite for Two Pianos No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 5 "Fantaisie-tableaux": II. Oh Night, Oh Love. Adagio sostenuto - Version Played on Harp and PianoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
Suite for Two Pianos No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 5 "Fantaisie-tableaux": III. Tears. Largo di molto - Version Played on Harp and PianoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
Harp Concerto in E Minor, Op. 182: I. Allegro moderato - Orchestral Part's Arrangement for Solo Piano by David CutlerCarl Reinecke, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
Harp Concerto in E Minor, Op. 182: II. Adagio - Orchestral Part's Arrangement for Solo Piano by David CutlerCarl Reinecke, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
Harp Concerto in E Minor, Op. 182: III. Scherzo-Finale. Allegro vivace - Orchestral Part's Arrangement for Solo Piano by David CutlerCarl Reinecke, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
Histoire du tango: II. Cafe, 1930 - Harp Part from Kari Vehmanen's Arrangement for Flute and Harp - Piano Part after Kyoko Yamamoto's Arrangement for Piano Four-HandsAstor Piazzolla, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
Histoire du tango: III. Night-Club, 1960. Deciso - Harp Part from Kari Vehmanen's Arrangement for Flute and Harp - Piano Part after Kyoko Yamamoto's Arrangement for Piano Four-HandsAstor Piazzolla, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
Pavana-Capricho, Op. 12: Allegretto - Arr. for Piano Four-Hands by the Composer - Version Played on Harp and PianoIsaac Albéniz, Cyprien Katsaris, Isabelle Courret
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