Lester Donahue, a name synonymous with virtuosity and elegance in the realm of classical piano, presents his latest masterpiece, "114 Classical Music Evocations": Wiegend Und Weich. This exquisite collection, set to release on July 30, 2025, under the prestigious Novus Promusica label, is a testament to Donahue's unparalleled artistry and his deep reverence for the classical piano repertoire.
Spanning a duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes, this album is a meticulously curated journey through some of the most evocative and beloved pieces in classical music. From the delicate and soothing "Wiegend Und Weich" by Mendelssohn to the fiery and virtuosic "Grandes Études De Paganini" by Liszt, Donahue's interpretative prowess shines through each note, offering a rich tapestry of musical expression.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including folk dances, impromptus, preludes, etudes, and sonatas, showcasing Donahue's versatility and technical brilliance. Notable highlights include the enchanting "Barcarolle" by Chopin, the hauntingly beautiful "Gnossienne No.3" by Satie, and the dramatic "Piano Sonata No. 8, Op. 13, 'Pathétique'" by Beethoven. Each piece is performed with a level of precision and emotional depth that only a master pianist like Donahue can achieve.
"114 Classical Music Evocations": Wiegend Und Weich is not just an album; it is a celebration of the timeless beauty of classical piano music. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire. Lester Donahue's extraordinary talent and passion for music are evident in every performance, making this album a true gem in the world of classical piano.
Tracks
Children at Play from for Children Sz. 42Béla Bartók, Anna Miernik
Romanian Folk Dances: No. 2 Waistband DanceBéla Bartók, Anna Miernik
Hungarian Folk Song from for Children Sz. 42Béla Bartók, Anna Miernik
Polonaise in D Minor BWV S. Anh. 128 - Anonymus from J.S. Bach S Notebook for Anna Magdalena BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 2, LebhafterRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
6 Lieder Ohne Worte, Op. 18 in E-Dur: Vi. Am Arno. Wiegend Und WeichDelphine von Schauroth, Arcadie Triboi
Dos Piezas Griegas: II. AllegroAntón García Abril, Laura Ballestrino
Kaleidoscope. Op. 40, No.4 - Duo-Art 6845Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
Romance, Op. 26Piotr Rytel, Anna Miernik, Barbara Borowicz
Spring, Op. 74 No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
L' Amour Des Trois Oranges.: Intermezzo - March (Arr. Solo Piano by Prokofiev) - Duo-Art 6477Sergei Prokofiev, Peter Phillips
March in D Major BWV Anh. 122-C. Ph. E. Bach from the Anna Magdalena Bach S BookJohann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Twelve Etudes. Op. 39. No.8. Shadow Dance - Duo-Art 5791Edward MacDowell, Victor Wittgenstein, Peter Phillips
Four Little Poems, Op. 32: No. 1, the Eagle - Duo-Art 6136Edward MacDowell, Lester Donahue, Peter Phillips
Etude, Op. 37 in F Major - Duo-Art 5860Anatoly Lyadov, Peter Phillips, Josef Martin
3 Preludes: Prelude No. 1George Gershwin, Anna Miernik
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 2 in F Minor, 'the Bees' (Arr. For 4 Hands Piano by Brahms) - Duo-Art 6265Frédéric Chopin, Rose Sutro, Ottilie Sutro, Peter Phillips
Prelude, Op. 28 No. 6 in B MinorFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Bedouin Dance - Duo-Art 6367Anis Fuleihan, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 8, in F Major 'Sunshine' - Duo-Art 6414Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Ossip Gabrilowitsch
Grandes Études De Paganini, S. 141: No. 4, Vivo - Duo-Art 70249Franz Liszt, Peter Phillips, Magdeleine Brard
Faschingsschwank Aus Wien, Op. 26: No. 2, Romance in G Minor - Welte-Mignon 1315Robert Schumann, Raoul Stéphane Pugno, Peter Phillips
Caprice in B-Flat Major - Duo-Art 69079Domenico Scarlatti, Ernest Hutcheson, Peter Phillips
A Day in Venice, Op. 25: No. 2, Gondolieri - Duo-Art D-879Ethelbert Nevin, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Romance, Op. 118, No .5 in F Major - Duo-Art 74127Johannes Brahms, Constance McGlinchee, Peter Phillips
2 Piano Pieces, Op. 157: No. 2, La Fileuse. Etude - Welte-Mignon 424Joachim Raff, Peter Phillips, Karl Wendling
In a Nutshell Suite: No. 4, Gumsucker's March (4 Hands Piano) - Duo-Art 6059Percy Grainger, Lotta Hough, Peter Phillips
Murmuring Zephyrs. (Murmelndes Luftchen) Op. 21, No .4 - Duca 10Adolf Jensen, Peter Phillips, Willy Rehberg
Cantata BWV 29 (Arr. Solo Piano by Siloti): Prelude. "We Thank You God, We Thank You" "Wir Danken Dir, Gott, Wir Danken Dir" - Duo-Art 66000Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexander Siloti, Peter Phillips
Barcarolle, Op. 14 - Duo-Art 65888Selim Palmgren, Peter Phillips
Sonata in A Major, K. 113 - Duca 1958Domenico Scarlatti, Peter Phillips, Leandro Criscuolo
Romance in C-Sharp Minor - Welte-Mignon 1453Ernest Schelling, Peter Phillips
Berceuse, Op. 57, in D-Flat Major - Duo-Art 7066Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Josef Hofmann
Waltz, Op. 42 (Grand Valse) in A-Flat Major - Welte-Mignon 245Frédéric Chopin, Xaver Scharwenka, Peter Phillips
Fantasia in D Minor, K. 397 - Duo-Art 5677Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Peter Phillips, Alexander Raab
Piano Sonata No. 8, Op. 13, 'Pathetique': III. Rondo - Welte-Mignon 562Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Frederic Lamond
Der Erlkonig (Erlking, Transcription by Liszt) - Welte-Mignon 1260Franz Schubert, Peter Phillips, Ignacy Jan Paderewski
German Dance in A Major WoO 42Ludwig van Beethoven, Anna Miernik
Imperial Anthem from the String Quartet in C MajorJoseph Haydn, Anna Miernik
Prelude, Op. 28, No. 23 in F MajorFrédéric Chopin, Ferruccio Busoni, Peter Phillips
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