Dive into the rich tapestry of Russian classical music with Piers Lane's latest album, "Russian Variations," released on April 5, 2024, under the prestigious Hyperion label. This captivating collection spans a little over an hour and twenty minutes, featuring 46 tracks that showcase the brilliance of four Russian musical giants, along with an adopted son of Russian music, John Field.
The album opens with Field's "Variations on a Russian Folksong," a charming piece that sets the stage for the thematic variations to come. The heart of the album lies in Glazunov's "Theme and Variations, Op. 72," a series of fifteen variations that explore a single theme with remarkable depth and diversity. Each variation offers a unique perspective, from the gentle Andante to the lively Allegro, showcasing Lane's virtuosity and the composition's intricate beauty.
The album also includes Tchaikovsky's "6 Pieces, Op. 21," a suite of six contrasting pieces that range from the introspective Prélude to the playful Scherzo. The final set of variations is Rachmaninoff's monumental "Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22," a tour de force of piano composition that takes listeners on a journey through 22 variations, each more captivating than the last.
Piers Lane's masterful playing brings these pieces to life, highlighting the technical prowess and emotional depth of both the composer and the performer. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Russian Variations" offers a rewarding and enriching listening experience. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the timeless beauty of Russian classical music with one of today's most accomplished pianists.
Tracks
Variations on a Russian FolksongPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Theme. AndantePiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 1. Più mossoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 2. L'istesso tempoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 3. AndantePiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 4. Poco più mossoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 5. Andante sostenutoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 6. LargoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 7. AllegroPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 8. VivoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 9. Adagio tranquilloPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 10. Allegro assaiPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 11. AllegrettoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 12. Andante sostenutoPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 13. AllegroPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 14. Andante tranquilloPiers Lane
Theme and Variations, Op. 72: Var. 15. Finale. Allegro moderatoPiers Lane
6 Pieces, Op. 21: I. PréludePiers Lane
6 Pieces, Op. 21: II. Fugue à 4 voixPiers Lane
6 Pieces, Op. 21: III. ImpromptuPiers Lane
6 Pieces, Op. 21: IV. Marche funèbrePiers Lane
6 Pieces, Op. 21: V. MazurquePiers Lane
6 Pieces, Op. 21: VI. ScherzoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Theme in C Minor. LargoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 1 in C Minor. ModeratoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 2 in C Minor. AllegroPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 3 in C Minor. L'istesso tempoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 4 in C Minor. L'istesso tempoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 5 in C Minor. Meno mossoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 6 in C Minor. Meno mossoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 7 in C Minor. AllegroPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 8 in C Minor. L'istesso tempoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 9 in C Minor. L'istesso tempoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 10 in C Minor. Più vivoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 11 in E-Flat Major. LentoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 12 in C Minor. ModeratoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 13 in C Minor. LargoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 14 in C Minor. ModeratoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 15 in F Minor. Allegro scherzandoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 16 in F Minor. LentoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 17 in B-Flat Minor. GravePiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 18 in B-Flat Minor. Più mossoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 19 in A Major. Allegro vivacePiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 20 in C-Sharp Minor. PrestoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 21 in D-Flat Major. Andante – Più vivoPiers Lane
Variations on a Theme of Chopin, Op. 22: Var. 22 in C Major. Maestoso – Meno mosso – PrestoPiers Lane
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