In celebration of the bicentennial of French composer Charles Gounod's birth, "Gounod: Piano Works" offers a captivating journey through a collection of rarely heard piano compositions. Released on April 6, 2018, by Universal Music Italia Srl, this album showcases Gounod's versatility beyond his renowned operas like "Faust" and "Roméo et Juliette." The 26-track album spans a diverse range of pieces, from the delicate "La Veneziana (Barcarolle)" to the intricate "Six Préludes et Fugues" and the lively "Sonate in E flat major for Piano Four Hands." Roberto Prosseda's meticulous production brings these works to life, highlighting Gounod's mastery of melody, harmony, and structure. With a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, this album is a testament to Gounod's enduring legacy and a treat for classical music enthusiasts. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Gounod's work or a newcomer to his compositions, "Gounod: Piano Works" is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
La Veneziana (Barcarolle) in G Minor CG 593Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Impromptu in G Major CG 580 WPCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Souvenance (Nocturne) in E flat Major CG 590 WPCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Funeral march of a marionette CG 583Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Romances Sans Paroles: No. 1: La pervence in B major CG585Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Romances Sans Paroles: No. 2: Le ruisseau in G flat major CG 589Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Romances Sans Paroles: No. 3: Le soir in E flat major CG 441aCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Romances Sans Paroles: No. 4: Le calme (La nonne sanglante) in D flat major CG2e WPCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Romances Sans Paroles: No. 5: Chanson de printemps in A flat major CG 359aCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Romances Sans Paroles: No. 6: La lierre in B flat major CG 581Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Méditation sur le 1er Prélude de piano de J.S. BachCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Prélude in G major, a1Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Fugue in G major, a2Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Choral in E minor, b1Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Fugue in E minor, b2Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Prélude in C major, c1Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Fugue in C major, c2Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Prélude in D major, d1Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Fugue in D major, d2Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Choral in F major, e1Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Fugue in F major, e2Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Choral in A minor, f1Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Six Préludes et Fugues, CG 587: Fugue in A minor, f2Charles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda
Sonate in E flat major for Piano Four Hands CG 617: 1. AllegroCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda, Enrico Pompili
Sonate in E flat major for Piano Four Hands CG 617: 2. AdagioCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda, Enrico Pompili
Sonate in E flat major for Piano Four Hands CG 617: 3. PrestoCharles Gounod, Roberto Prosseda, Enrico Pompili
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