Alexandre Tansman - Tansman: Piano Concertino - Stele in memoriam Igor Stravinsky - Piano Concerto for the Left Hand (LP)

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Alexandre Tansman, a Polish-French composer, pianist, and conductor, with this 2012 release from CPO. This album showcases Tansman's virtuosic Piano Concertino, a three-movement work that highlights his unique compositional voice. The concertino is followed by the poignant "Stele in memoriam Igor Stravinsky," a trio of pieces paying homage to the influential Russian composer. The album concludes with Tansman's Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, completed by Peter Moss, offering a fascinating exploration of one-handed piano technique. Performed by Christian Seibert with the Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt under the direction of Michael Griffiths, this recording is a testament to Tansman's enduring musical legacy. With a total runtime of 55 minutes, this album is a compelling journey through the works of a composer who bridged the gap between Eastern and Western European musical traditions.