Immerse yourself in the golden age of piano music with Peter Phillips' captivating album, "Le Rouet. Piano Essentials from the Golden Age." Released on April 3, 2024, under the Novus Promusica label, this extraordinary collection spans over three hours and forty-seven minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical piano masterpieces.
Peter Phillips, a virtuoso of his craft, has meticulously curated and performed a diverse array of compositions that showcase the elegance and sophistication of the era. The album features iconic works by renowned composers such as Bach, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, and many more, each piece meticulously arranged for solo piano. From the hauntingly beautiful "Autumn Song" by Tchaikovsky to the lively "Artist's Life Waltz" by Johann Strauss II, every track is a testament to the timeless allure of classical music.
What sets this album apart is its unique presentation on historic piano rolls, including Duo-Art and Welte-Mignon, which were issued between 1905 and 1921. These rolls capture the nuanced performances of the past, providing an authentic and immersive listening experience. Phillips' interpretation breathes new life into these historic recordings, blending the charm of the past with the precision of modern performance.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Le Rouet. Piano Essentials from the Golden Age" is a treasure trove of musical brilliance. Each note is a journey through time, offering a glimpse into the golden age of piano music. Peter Phillips' masterful playing and thoughtful curation make this album a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the artistry and beauty of classical piano music.
Tracks
Keyboard Concerto in F Minor, BWV 1056 (Arr. Solo Piano by Cortot): II. Adagio - Upon Piano Roll Duo-Art 6330, Issued in 1921Johann Sebastian Bach, Alfred Cortot
Le Rouet D'omphale, Op. 31 (Arr. Solo Piano by Saint-Säens) - Upon Piano Roll Welte-Mignon 798, Issued 1905Camille Saint-Saëns
Capriccio, Op. 76, No. 2 in B Minor - Duo-Art 6596Johannes Brahms, Arthur Rubinstein, Peter Phillips
Caprice. Op. 3, No. 2 in E Major (Arr. Solo Piano by Schumann) - Welte-Mignon 2591Robert Schumann, Niccolò Paganini, Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler, Peter Phillips
Impromptu, Op. 142, No. 2, in A-Flat Major - Duo-Art 6794Franz Schubert, Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Peter Phillips
The Seasons, Op. 37a: No. 10, Autumn Song (October) - Duo-Art 73520Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ethel Leginska, Peter Phillips
Arabesque No. 1 in E Major - Duo-Art S-30927Claude Debussy, Peter Phillips, Reuben Davies
Legende No. 1, S. 175, St Francis of Assisi Preaching to the Birds - Welte-Mignon 1031Franz Liszt, Bernhard Stavenhagen, Peter Phillips
Miroirs: II. Oiseaux Tristes - Duo-Art 082 BrMaurice Ravel, Peter Phillips
Preludes, Op. 23: No. 3 in D Minor - Welte-Mignon 3033Sergei Rachmaninoff, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
Etude, Op. 8, No. 12 in D-Sharp Minor (Pathetique) - Duo-Art 6623Alexander Scriabin, Alfred Cortot, Peter Phillips
L'amour Des Trois Oranges: March (Arr. Solo Piano by Prokofiev) - Duo-Art 8018Sergei Prokofiev, Peter Phillips
Capriccio Brillante, Op. 22 - Welte-Mignon 3162Felix Mendelssohn, Georges Kiek, Peter Phillips
Ballade, Op. 24 in G Minor (Variations on a Norwegian Melody) - Welte-Mignon 2983Edvard Grieg, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Liebesfreud. (Love's Joy) No. 1 from Alt Wiener Tanzweisen - Duo-Art 5864Fritz Kreisler, John Thompson, Peter Phillips
The Glow Worm: Song from "Lysistrata" (Arr. Solo Piano by Rapee) - Duo-Art 6386Paul Lincke, Erno Rapee, Peter Phillips
Etudes D'exécution Transcendante, Op. 11: No. 3, 'Carillon' - Welte-Mignon 1957Sergei Liapounov, Vladimir Drosdoff, Peter Phillips
Mazurka, Op. 33, No. 4 in B Minor - Welte-Mignon 298Frédéric Chopin, Ossip Gabrilowitsch, Peter Phillips
Ruins of Athens. Op. 113 (Arr. Solo Piano by Busoni): Fantasie - Welte-Mignon 1322Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Ferruccio Busoni
Brigg Fair (An English Rhapsody, Arr. Solo 4 Hands Piano by Grainger) - Duo-Art 74439Frederick Delius, Percy Grainger, Ralph Leopold, Peter Phillips
Concerto for Piano and Wind Instruments: Allegro from Mov. I (Arr. Solo Piano by Stravinsky) - Duo-Art 528-4Igor Stravinsky, Peter Phillips
Le Coq D' Or (Arr. Solo Piano by Rubinstein): Selection (The Golden Cockerel); Introduction; [The Astrologer]; Hymn to the Sun; Dances, Act 2; Conclusion - Duo-Art 6857-4Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Arthur Rubinstein, Peter Phillips
Carmen. Act II: Carmen's Song - Tra-La-La-La (Arr. Solo Piano by Adam-Bernard) - Welte-Mignon 137Georges Bizet, Eugenie Adam Benard, Peter Phillips
Iphigenie in Aulis: Gavotte in A Major (Arr. Solo Piano by Brahms) - Duo-Art 6476Johannes Brahms, Christoph Willibald Gluck, Guiomar Novaes, Peter Phillips
Suite for Harpsichord No. 5: Air with Variations ('Harmonious Blacksmith')George Frideric Handel, Eugenie Adam Benard, Peter Phillips
Coppelia Ballet: Valse Lente, Pas De Deux, Mazurka (Arr. Solo Piano by Ilgenfritz) - Duo-Art 5647Léo Delibes, McNair Ilgenfritz, Peter Phillips
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850 - Welte-Mignon 1836Johann Sebastian Bach, Edwin Fischer, Peter Phillips
David and Goliath (Arr. Solo Piano by Kugel): Selections in Eight Parts - Duo-Art 68979Johann Kuhnau, Alfred Kugel, Peter Phillips
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Fugue No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850 - Welte-Mignon 1836Johann Sebastian Bach, Edwin Fischer, Peter Phillips
The Banjo, Op. 15 (Fantasie Grotesque) - Duo-Art 5745Louis Moreau Gottschalk, Arthur Friedheim, Peter Phillips
Barber of Seville: Overture (Arr. Solo Piano by Starke/Reinert) - Welte-Mignon 3249Gioachino Rossini, Gustave Starke, Peter Phillips
Leonore: Overture No.3, Op. 72a (Arr. Solo Piano by Ritter) - Upon Piano Roll Welte-Mignon 3130, Issued 1915Ludwig van Beethoven, Franz Ritter
La Boheme: Selections (Arr. Solo Piano by Epstein) - Welte-Mignon 2255Giacomo Puccini, Richard Epstein, Peter Phillips
La Traviata (Arr. Solo Piano by Armbruster): Selections: Ah! Fors' E Lui; Sempre Libre; Di Provenza; Brindisi; Pura Siccome Un Angelo - Duo-Art 68619Giuseppe Verdi, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Lohengrin: Elsa's Bridal Chorus (Wedding March, Arr. Solo Piano by Mottl) - Welte-Mignon 1348Richard Wagner, Felix Mottl, Peter Phillips
The Tales of Hoffmann: Barcarolle (Arr. Solo Piano by Zscherneck) - Welte-Mignon 258Jacques Offenbach, Georg Zscherneck, Peter Phillips
Manon: Selections (Arr. Solo Piano by Epstein) - Welte-Mignon 2908Jules Massenet, Richard Epstein, Peter Phillips
Artist's Life Waltz, Op. 316 (Kunstlerleben) - Duo-Art 6051Johann Strauss II, Milan Roder, Peter Phillips
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