Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Nikolai Medtner's piano repertoire with this captivating album, "Medtner · The Muse." Pianist Vittorio Forte brings to life the forgotten melodies and lyrical fragments of this Russian composer, offering a fresh perspective on Medtner's unjustly neglected works. The album features a diverse collection of pieces, including the complete "Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38," "4 Lyrical Fragments, Op. 23," "Skazki (6 Tales), Op. 51," and a selection from "7 Poems after Pushkin, Op. 29." Each track showcases Medtner's unique compositional style, blending romanticism with a touch of Russian folk influence. The album spans a total of 19 tracks, with a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, providing a comprehensive exploration of Medtner's piano music. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply looking to discover new piano repertoire, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: I. Sonata ReminiscenzaNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: II. Danza GraziosaNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: III. Danza FestivaNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: IV. Canzona FluvialaNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: V. Danza RusticaNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: VI. Canzona SerenataNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: VII. Danza silvestraNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Forgotten Melodies I, Op. 38: VIII. Alla ReminiscenzaNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
4 Lyrical Fragments, Op. 23: I. Allegretto commodamenteNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
4 Lyrical Fragments, Op. 23: II. Andantino gracileNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
4 Lyrical Fragments, Op. 23: III. Tempo di valseNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
4 Lyrical Fragments, Op. 23: IV. Andantino tenebrosoNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Skazki (6 Tales), Op. 51: I. Allegro molto vivace al rigore di tempo e sempre leggierissimoNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Skazki (6 Tales), Op. 51: II. Cantabile, tranquilloNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Skazki (6 Tales), Op. 51: III. Allegretto tranquillo e graziosoNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Skazki (6 Tales), Op. 51: IV. Allegretto con moto flessibileNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Skazki (6 Tales), Op. 51: V. PrestoNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
Skazki (6 Tales), Op. 51: VI. Allegro vivace sempre al rigore di tempoNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
7 Poems after Pushkin, Op. 29: I. The Muse - Arr. Vittorio ForteNikolai Medtner, Vittorio Forte
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