"077 Contemporary Piano Essentials": Metamorphosis is a captivating compilation album by Various Artists, set to release on December 4, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label. This impressive collection spans a duration of 2 hours and 4 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles that defy the conventional boundaries of the champeta genre.
The album is a testament to the versatility and depth of piano music, featuring a diverse range of compositions from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. Each track is meticulously selected and performed, showcasing the technical prowess and artistic sensitivity of the featured musicians. From the delicate nuances of Chopin's "Nocturne in D-Flat Major, Op. 27, No. 2" to the lively rhythms of Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite," the album offers a journey through the evolution of piano music.
Notable highlights include the enchanting "Jesu, Joy of Man Desiring" from Bach's Cantata BWV 147, the hauntingly beautiful "Vergessene Weisen, Op. 38 (Forgotten Melodies I): No. 3, Danza Festiva," and the playful "Children at Play" from Bartók's "For Children Sz. 42." The album also features unique arrangements and transcriptions, such as the piano rendition of Marcello's "Oboe Concerto BWV 974" and the solo piano version of "The Glow Worm" from "Lysistrata."
"077 Contemporary Piano Essentials": Metamorphosis is not just a collection of tracks; it is a celebration of the piano's enduring appeal and its ability to transcend genres and eras. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album promises to delight and inspire with its diverse and engaging repertoire.
Tracks
Jazz Improvisation No. 11Leo Alfassy, Joanna Sochacka
Chanson (Melodie) - Duo-Art 66406Rudolf Friml, Peter Phillips, Robert Armbruster
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 881 - Welte-Mignon 544Johann Sebastian Bach, Peter Phillips, Raoul Stéphane Pugno
Humoresken, Op. 20.: No. 5, Humoreske in G Minor - Welte-Mignon 1017Max Reger, Peter Phillips
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 17a (Arr. Solo Piano by Giorni): Dance of the Reed Flutes (Danse Des Mirlitons) - Duo-Art 6132Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Aurelio Giorni
Souvenirs De Voyage, Op. 71: No. 6, Malagueña - Duo-Art 67827Isaac Albéniz, Ernesto Berumen, Peter Phillips
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