Piers Lane, the acclaimed pianist, returns with a captivating new album, "Piers Lane Goes to Town Again: Aspects of the Dance," a testament to his virtuosity and versatility. Released on May 5, 2023, via Hyperion, this collection spans a rich tapestry of classical genres and styles, showcasing Lane's ability to breathe new life into both well-known and lesser-explored pieces.
The album is a delightful journey through the dance-inspired compositions that have captivated audiences for centuries. From the elegant and tender "Air tendre" from a Keyboard Suite in E Minor to the lively and rhythmic "16 German Dances, D. 783," each track is a masterclass in pianistic expression. Lane's repertoire includes works by legendary composers such as Frédéric Chopin, Franz Schubert, Franz Liszt, Isaac Albéniz, and others, each piece meticulously selected to highlight the dance's inherent charm and complexity.
With a duration of just over an hour and twenty minutes, the album is a comprehensive exploration of the dance form in classical music. Lane's technical prowess and artistic sensitivity are evident in every note, making this album a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're drawn to the intricate rhythms of the mazurkas, the graceful elegance of the waltzes, or the lively energy of the German dances, "Piers Lane Goes to Town Again: Aspects of the Dance" offers something for everyone. This album is a celebration of the timeless appeal of dance in music, brought to life by one of the most talented pianists of our time.
Tracks
Keyboard Suite in E Minor: I. Air tendreJohn Loeillet, Piers Lane
Keyboard Suite in E Minor: II. CouranteJohn Loeillet, Piers Lane
Keyboard Suite in E Minor: III. AllemandeJohn Loeillet, Piers Lane
Keyboard Suite in E Minor: IV. SarabandeJohn Loeillet, Piers Lane
Keyboard Suite in E Minor: V. GigueJohn Loeillet, Piers Lane
20 Mazurkas, Op. 50: No. 1, Sostenuto. Molto rubatoKarol Szymanowski, Piers Lane
20 Mazurkas, Op. 50: No. 2, Allegramente. Poco vivaceKarol Szymanowski, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 1 in A MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 2 in D MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 3 in B-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 4 in G MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 5 in B MinorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
12 Ländler, D. 790: No. 3 in D MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 6 in B-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 7 in B-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
34 Valses sentimentales, D. 779: No. 27 in E-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
34 Valses sentimentales, D. 779: No. 1 in C MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
34 Valses sentimentales, D. 779: No. 2 in C MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
16 German Dances, D. 783: No. 10 in A MinorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
34 Valses sentimentales, D. 779: No. 13 in A MajorFranz Schubert, Piers Lane
Danse barbaroTim K. Murray, Piers Lane
A Slinky Foxtrot "Nocturne"Robert Constable, Piers Lane
Années de Pèlerinage II, Supplément (Venezia et Napoli), S. 162: III. TarantellaFranz Liszt, Piers Lane
Habaneras "An Operatic Paraphrase"Mark Saya, Piers Lane
Cantos de España, Op. 232: V. SeguidillasIsaac Albéniz, Piers Lane
Fantasie-MazurkaAlan Charlton, Piers Lane
Rosamunde, D. 797: Ballet Music (Arr. Godowsky)Franz Schubert, Piers Lane
Mazurka No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 54Benjamin Godard, Piers Lane
8 Russian Folk Songs, Op. 58: IV. Humorous Song "I Danced with a Mosquito" (Version for Piano)Anatoly Lyadov, Piers Lane
Railroad RhythmBilly Mayerl, Piers Lane
Black and White Rag (Arr. Atwell)George Botsford, Piers Lane
La tartine de beurre "Das Butterbrot" (Formerly Attrib. Mozart as K. Anh. C.27.09)Anonymous, Piers Lane
Illuminations: II. … la tristesse amoureuse de la nuitByron Adams, Piers Lane
Cello Suite No. 6 in D Major, BWV 1012: IV. Sarabande (Arr. Jacobson for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Piers Lane
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