Immerse yourself in the rich, diverse world of Alexandre Tansman's piano compositions with the album "Tansman: Works for Solo Piano," performed by the accomplished Margaret Fingerhut. Released on June 1, 2009, under the Chandos label, this studio-recorded collection offers a comprehensive exploration of Tansman's solo piano repertoire, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Alexandre Tansman, a prolific composer and pianist, created nearly 100 works for piano throughout his career, encompassing a wide range of forms such as sonatas, sonatinas, ballades, mazurkas, preludes, suites, and character pieces. This album showcases a selection of his most captivating compositions, including the "Recueil de Mazurkas," "Sonata rustica," "Sonatine No. 3," "Trois Preludes en forme de Blues," "Quatre Nocturnes," and the "Album des amis."
The "Recueil de Mazurkas" presents a series of nine mazurkas, each with its unique character and tempo, reflecting the traditional Polish dance forms that influenced Tansman's work. The "Sonata rustica" and "Sonatine No. 3" offer a glimpse into Tansman's ability to craft engaging, multi-movement works that balance technical demands with expressive depth. The "Trois Preludes en forme de Blues" and "Quatre Nocturnes" demonstrate Tansman's versatility, blending elements of jazz and classical music in the preludes and evoking a sense of tranquility and introspection in the nocturnes.
The "Album des amis" is a particularly charming component of this collection, featuring nine pieces dedicated to Tansman's friends and colleagues. Each piece offers a unique musical portrait, reflecting the composer's personal connections and the diverse influences that shaped his work.
Margaret Fingerhut's masterful performance brings Tansman's compositions to life, showcasing her technical prowess and interpretive sensitivity. Her playing captures the essence of each piece, from the lively rhythms of the mazurkas to the delicate nuances of the nocturnes.
"Tansman: Works for Solo Piano" is an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection, offering a captivating journey through the piano works of Alexandre Tansman. Whether you are familiar with Tansman's music or discovering it for the first time, this album provides a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 1, Oberek. VivoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 2, Moderato - Più lentoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 3, Oberek. Molto vivoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 4, Andante espressivoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 5, ModéréAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 6, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 7, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 8, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 9, Oberek. Molto vivace - Molto meno mossoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Recueil de Mazurkas: No. 10, Berceuse. LentoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Sonata rustica: I. Allegro agreste - Un poco meno vivoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Sonata rustica: II. Cantilena. LargoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Sonata rustica: III. Danza festiva. Molto allegro - Un poco meno mossoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Sonatine No. 3: I. Pastorale. AniméAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Sonatine No. 3: II. Hymne. LentoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Sonatine No. 3: III. Rondo. PrestoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Trois Preludes en forme de Blues: No. 1, Lento cantabileAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Trois Preludes en forme de Blues: No. 2, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Trois Preludes en forme de Blues: No. 3, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Quatre Nocturnes: No. 1, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Quatre Nocturnes: No. 2, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Quatre Nocturnes: No. 3, ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Quatre Nocturnes: No. 4, LentoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 1, Notturno (à Béatrice Decamps). ModeratoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 2, Tempo di Blues (à Philippe Marietti). Andante cantabileAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 3, Tempo di Mazur (à Janusz Cegiella). Allegro con motoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 4, Canzonetta (à Pierre Hasquenoph). LentoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 5, Caprice (à Eugène Indjic). A piacereAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 6, Pastorale (à Irène et Tadeusz Zielinski). LentoAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 7, Étude (pour Monique et Marcel Mihalovici). Allegro vivaceAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 8, Hommage à Liszt (à Lulu et Vladimir Jankelevitch). Andante cantabileAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
Album des amis: No. 9, Berceuse Polonaise (à la Direction et au Personnel des Éditions Max Eschig). Très lentAlexandre Tansman, Margaret Fingerhut
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