Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Alexandre Tharaud's captivating album, "Le Poète du piano." Released on October 23, 2020, under Warner Classics, this exquisite collection spans a generous 3 hours and 19 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Tharaud's virtuosity and artistic depth.
The album is a testament to Tharaud's versatility, featuring a diverse range of pieces from renowned composers such as Bach, Chopin, Rachmaninov, and Mozart. From the intricate and melodious "Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C Major" by Bach to the hauntingly beautiful "Valse triste" by Sibelius, each track is a masterclass in piano performance. Tharaud's interpretations are both sensitive and dynamic, bringing a fresh perspective to well-loved classics and lesser-known gems alike.
Highlights include the delicate and expressive "Adagietto" from Mahler's Symphony No. 5, the lively and rhythmic "Turkish March" from Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 11, and the evocative "Cinema Paradiso" by Ennio Morricone. Tharaud also includes his own compositions, such as those from "Corpus volubilis," adding a personal touch to the album.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Le Poète du piano" offers a rewarding and engaging listening experience. Alexandre Tharaud's mastery of the piano and his ability to convey the essence of each composition make this album a standout in the world of classical music.
Tracks
Bach, JS: The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1, Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846: I. PreludeJohann Sebastian Bach, Alexandre Tharaud
Rameau: Nouvelles suites de pièces de clavecin, Suite en sol: XIV. Les sauvagesJean-Philippe Rameau, Alexandre Tharaud
Fauré: 3 Romances sans paroles, Op. 17: No. 3 in A-Flat MajorGabriel Fauré, Alexandre Tharaud
Gershwin: George Gershwin’s Songbook: VIII. The Man I LoveGeorge Gershwin, Alexandre Tharaud
Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Alexandre Tharaud, Alexander Vedernikov, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Haydn: Keyboard Concerto in D Major, Hob. XVIII:11: II. Un poco adagioJoseph Haydn, Alexandre Tharaud, Bernard Labadie, Les Violons du Roy
Haydn: Keyboard Concerto in D Major, Hob. XVIII:11: III. Rondo all'ungareseJoseph Haydn, Alexandre Tharaud, Les Violons du Roy, Bernard Labadie
Bach, JS: Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, BWV 974: II. Adagio (After Marcello's Oboe Concerto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Alexandre Tharaud, Les Violins du Roy, Bernard Labadie
Ravel: Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 83: III. Presto (Live)Maurice Ravel, Alexandre Tharaud, Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande
Poulenc: Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, FP 146: I. Allegretto (Live)Francis Poulenc, Alexandre Tharaud, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major, K. 488: I. Allegro (Live)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexandre Tharaud, Peter Oundjian, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Mozart: Rondo for Piano and Orchestra in A Major, K. 386Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexandre Tharaud, Bernard Labadie, Les Violons du Roy
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 9 in E-Flat Major, K. 271 "Jeunehomme": III. Rondeau. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexandre Tharaud, Bernard Labadie, Les Violons du Roy
Bach, JS: Concerto for Four Pianos in A Minor, BWV 1065: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Alexandre Tharaud, Bernard Labadie, Les Violins du Roy
Bach, JS: Concerto for Four Pianos in A Minor, BWV 1065: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Alexandre Tharaud, Bernard Labadie, Les Violins du Roy
Abrahamsen: Left, Alone for Piano Left Hand and Orchestra: I. Very Fast (Live)Hans Abrahamsen, Alexandre Tharaud, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, Op. 6 No. 2, K. 331 "Alla Turca": III. Allegretto. Turkish MarchWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexandre Tharaud
Debussy / Transcr. Tharaud: Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, CD 87, L. 86Claude Debussy, Alexandre Tharaud
Khachaturian: Children's Album, Book I, Op. 62: No. 1, AndantinoAram Khachaturian, Alexandre Tharaud
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