Cyprien Katsaris, renowned for his virtuosic performances, presents an exhilarating collection of classical piano masterpieces with "In the Mood for Energy & Power, Vol. 1." Released on February 9, 2017, under the Piano 21 label, this album is a dynamic showcase of Katsaris' technical prowess and musical versatility. Spanning just under 45 minutes, the album features a diverse array of compositions from some of the most celebrated composers in classical music history.
The tracklist is a thrilling journey through various styles and periods, beginning with the energetic "Flight of the Bumble Bee" arranged by György Cziffra, and culminating in the intense "Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No. 1 in C Minor, Allegro agitato" by Rachmaninoff. Highlights include the world premiere recordings of several arrangements, such as Mozart's "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen" and the "Tarantella" from Shostakovich's Suite No. 2 for Two Pianos. The album also features beloved pieces like Tchaikovsky's "Danse russe" from The Nutcracker and Beethoven's "Prelude" from The Well-Tempered Clavier.
Katsaris' interpretations bring a fresh perspective to these timeless works, showcasing his ability to convey both the technical brilliance and emotional depth of each piece. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating exploration of some of the most powerful and energetic compositions in the classical repertoire.
Tracks
The Tale of Tsar Saltan: Flight of the Bumble Bee - Arr. for Piano by György CziffraNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Cyprien Katsaris
Die Zauberflöte, K. 620: "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen" (Königin der Nacht) - Arr. for Piano, World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Cyprien Katsaris
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 12 in C Minor "Revolutionary"Frédéric Chopin, Cyprien Katsaris
The Nutcracker, Suite, Op. 71a: IV. Danse russe, Trépak - Arr. for Four-Hands Piano by Eduard LangerPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Cyprien Katsaris, Etsuko Hirose
Erlkönig, D. 328 - Arr. for Piano by Franz LisztFranz Schubert, Cyprien Katsaris
El Patito - National Air arr. for Piano by Rubén Campos, World Premiere RecordingRuben Campos, Cyprien Katsaris
The Banjo, Grotesque Fantasy, American Sketch, Op. 15 - Arr. for PianoLouis Moreau Gottschalk, Cyprien Katsaris
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I, Prelude and Fugue No. 20 in A Minor, BWV 865: PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Cyprien Katsaris
Suite No. 2 for Two Pianos, Op. 17: No. 4 in C Minor, Tarantella - Arr. for Piano, World Premiere RecordingSergei Rachmaninoff, Cyprien Katsaris
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 3 in B Minor, Hasche-MannRobert Schumann, Cyprien Katsaris
Te Deum in D Major, H. 146: Prelude - Arr. for Piano by Cyprien Katsaris, World Premiere RecordingMarc-Antoine Charpentier, Cyprien Katsaris
10 Etudes, Op. 15: No. 10 in E Minor, Presto furiosoSergei Bortkiewicz, Cyprien Katsaris
Serenade No. 13 in G Major, K. 525 "Eine kleine Nachtmusik": I. Allegro - Arr. for Piano, World Premiere RecordingWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Cyprien Katsaris
Gayaneh, Suite No. 3: No. 5, Danse du sabre - Arr. for 2 Pianos by Adolf GottliebAram Khachaturian, Cyprien Katsaris, Etsuko Hirose
The Creatures of Prometheus, Op. 43: Introduction "La tempesta". Allegro non troppo - Arr. for Piano, World Premiere RecordingLudwig van Beethoven, Cyprien Katsaris
Etudes-tableaux, Op. 39: No. 1 in C Minor, Allegro agitatoSergei Rachmaninoff, Cyprien Katsaris
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