Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Peter Phillips' latest album, "Fireflies. Piano Evocations from the Golden Age." Released on July 23, 2024, under the Novus Promusica label, this exquisite collection showcases Phillips' virtuosity and deep connection to the golden age of piano music.
Spanning a captivating 1 hour and 58 minutes, the album is a meticulously curated journey through timeless compositions. From the playful "Fireflies (Scherzo)" to the serene "Clair de Lune," Phillips masterfully navigates a diverse range of styles and moods. The tracklist includes iconic pieces like "La Campanella" and "Un Sospiro," as well as lesser-known gems such as "Brook's Lullaby" and "Idilio."
Peter Phillips' interpretation of these classical masterpieces is both sensitive and dynamic, bringing a fresh perspective to familiar works while honoring their historical significance. The album features a blend of solo piano pieces and arrangements for four hands, showcasing Phillips' versatility and technical prowess.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Fireflies. Piano Evocations from the Golden Age" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The album is a testament to Peter Phillips' artistry and his ability to evoke the spirit of the golden age of piano music.
Tracks
A Summer Pilgrimage in the White Mountains: No. 3, Fireflies (Scherzo)Arthur Hinton, Katharine Goodson, Peter Phillips
Grandes Études De Paganini S. 141: No. 3, La Campanella - Triphonola T-50748Franz Liszt, Wilhelm Backhaus, Peter Phillips
Brook's Lullaby. Op. 62 - Duo-Art 68988John Francis Gilder, Robert Braun, Peter Phillips
Three Concert Etudes S. 144: No. 3, Un Sospiro in D Flat - Duo-Art 6751Franz Liszt, Frederic Lamond, Peter Phillips
La Fileuse, Op. 157: No. 2 (The Spinner) Etude - Welte-Mignon 1223Joachim Raff, Adolf von Henselt, Vladimir de Pachmann, Peter Phillips
Bedouin Dance - Duo-Art 6367Anis Fuleihan, Peter Phillips
Idilio, Op. 134 - Duo-Art 68866Theodore Lack, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Theme and 32 Variations, in C Minor, WoO 80 - Welte-Mignon 52Ludwig van Beethoven, Egon Petri, Peter Phillips
The Hebrides, Op. 26 (Arr. 4 Hands Piano by Ganz & Hutcheson): Overture (Fingal's Cave)Felix Mendelssohn, Rudolph Ganz, Ernest Hutcheson, Peter Phillips
Crescendo - Duo-Art 60448Eduard Lassen, Clarence Adler, Peter Phillips
Concert-Mazurka, Op. 15 - Duo-Art 5783Alberto Jonás, Peter Phillips
Morceaux De Fantaisie, Op. 3: No. 5, Serenade in B-Flat Minor - Welte-Mignon 602Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vera Maurina, Peter Phillips
Nachtstucke, Op. 23: No. 4, Nocturne in F Major - Welte-Mignon 300Robert Schumann, Ossip Gabrilowitsch, Peter Phillips
Rhapsodien, Op. 79: No. 2 in G Minor - Welte-Mignon 1095Johannes Brahms, Carl Friedberg, Peter Phillips
Soirees De Vienne, S. 427: No. 1, Waltz CapriceFranz Schubert, Franz Liszt, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Ballet Egyptien. Suite No. 1 - Duo-Art 6575Alexander Luigini, Elena de Marco, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 18 in in D Major, K. 576: I. Allegro - Duo-Art 67560Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wanda Landowska, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 18 in in D Major, K. 576: II. Adagio - Duo-Art 67760Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wanda Landowska, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 18 in in D Major, K. 576: III. Alegretto - Duo-Art 67850Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wanda Landowska, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 64, No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor - Welte-Mignon 704Frédéric Chopin, Lucien Wurmser, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 69, No. 1 in A-Flat Major (Posthumous) - Welte-Mignon 1039Frédéric Chopin, Bernhard Stavenhagen, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 69, No. 2 in B Minor (Posthumous) - Welte-Mignon 964Frédéric Chopin, Wanda Landowska, Peter Phillips
Suite Bergamasque: No. 3, Clair De Lune - Welte-Mignon 2920Claude Debussy, Suzanne Godenne, Peter Phillips
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