Andrew von Oeyen's forthcoming album, "Angels and Demons," set for release on November 15, 2024, under Warner Classics, is a captivating journey through the realms of classical piano music. This album, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, showcases von Oeyen's virtuosity and versatility, featuring a diverse repertoire that ranges from the timeless works of Bach to the evocative compositions of Debussy and Messiaen.
The album opens with Bach's "18 Chorale Preludes 'Leipzig Chorals'" and continues with the complete "French Suite No. 5 in G Major," demonstrating von Oeyen's mastery of Bach's intricate and elegant compositions. The inclusion of MacDowell's "First Modern Suite" and "2 Fantasy Pieces" adds a touch of romanticism and whimsy, while Liszt's "Mephisto-Waltz No. 1" brings a dramatic and fiery energy to the collection.
Debussy's enchanting "Clair de lune" and Saint-Saëns' vibrant "Bacchanale" from "Samson et Dalila" offer moments of lyrical beauty and rhythmic exuberance. The album concludes with Messiaen's profound "Vingt Regards sur l'Enfant-Jésus" and Fauré's serene "Requiem," providing a spiritual and contemplative finale.
Andrew von Oeyen's "Angels and Demons" is a testament to his artistic depth and technical brilliance, offering a rich and varied listening experience that highlights the enduring power and beauty of classical piano music.
Tracks
Bach, JS: 18 Chorale Preludes "Leipzig Chorals": No. 9, Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, BWV 659 (Transcr. Busoni for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: I. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: II. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: IV. GavotteJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: V. BourréeJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: VI. LoureJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: French Suite No. 5 in G Major, BWV 816: VII. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
MacDowell: First Modern Suite, Op. 10: V. Rhapsodie. In ritmo tenebreEdward MacDowell, Andrew von Oeyen
Liszt: Mephisto-Waltz No. 1, S. 514 "The Dance in the Village Inn"Franz Liszt, Andrew von Oeyen
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Andrew von Oeyen
Bach, JS: Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, BWV 974: II. Adagio (After Marcello's Oboe Concerto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Andrew von Oeyen
Saint-Saëns: Samson et Dalila, Op. 47, Act 3: Bacchanale (Piano Version)Camille Saint-Saëns, Andrew von Oeyen
MacDowell: 2 Fantasy Pieces, Op. 17: No. 2, Witches' DanceEdward MacDowell, Andrew von Oeyen
Messiaen: Vingt Regards sur l'Enfant-Jésus: No. 20, Regard de l'Église d'amourOlivier Messiaen, Andrew von Oeyen
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: VII. In paradisum (Transcr. von Oeyen for Piano)Gabriel Fauré, Andrew von Oeyen
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