Immerse yourself in the serene and introspective world of Federico Mompou's "Música callada," a masterful collection of 28 short piano pieces composed between 1959 and 1967. This album, released on Hyperion in February 2023, is a testament to Mompou's unique ability to blend Spanish mystic traditions with contemporary classical piano. Each piece, varying in length from just under two minutes to over three, is a delicate exploration of mood and atmosphere, inspired by the devotional poetry of St John of the Cross. Performed with exquisite sensitivity by Stephen Hough, the album spans a total of 68 minutes, offering a profound and contemplative listening experience. From the gentle "Angelico" to the somber "Afflitto e penoso," and the tranquil "Lento" to the luminous "Luminoso," Mompou's "Música callada" is a journey through the depths of human emotion, captured in the subtle nuances of the piano. This album is not just a collection of pieces but a cohesive exploration of silence and sound, making it a significant addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Tracks
Música callada I: No. 1, AngelicoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 2, LentFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 3, PlacideFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 4, Afflitto e penosoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 5, [Crotchet = 54]Federico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 6, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 7, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 8, SempliceFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada I: No. 9, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada II: No. 10, Lento. CantabileFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada II: No. 11, AllegrettoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada II: No. 12, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada II: No. 13, Tranquillo. Très calmeFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada II: No. 14, Severo. SérieuxFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada II: No. 15, Lento. PlaintifFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada II: No. 16, CalmeFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada III: No. 17, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada III: No. 18, LuminosoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada III: No. 19, TranquilloFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada III: No. 20, CalmeFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada III: No. 21, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada IV: No. 22, Molto lento e tranquilloFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada IV: No. 23, Calme, avec clartéFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada IV: No. 24, ModeratoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada IV: No. 25, [Crotchet = 100]Federico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada IV: No. 26, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada IV: No. 27, Lento moltoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
Música callada IV: No. 28, LentoFederico Mompou, Stephen Hough
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