Step into the enchanting world of classical piano music with Robert Armbruster's captivating album, "Marble Halls: Piano Revelations from the Golden Age." This exquisite collection, released on October 25, 2023, under the Novus Promusica label, is a testament to the timeless beauty of solo piano compositions from the early 20th century.
Spanning a concise yet engaging 47 minutes, the album features a diverse array of pieces, each meticulously performed by the talented Robert Armbruster. From the romantic elegance of "Spanish Romance, Op. 74" to the lively charm of "Galop De Concert in A-Flat Major," the album showcases a rich tapestry of musical styles and emotions. Notable highlights include the dreamy "I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls" from "The Bohemian Girl," the delicate "Berceuse" from "Etudes, Op. 11," and the playful "Country Dance" from "Three Characteristic Dances, Op. 6."
Armbruster's masterful interpretations bring these historic recordings to life, offering a glimpse into the golden age of piano music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Marble Halls" promises a delightful and immersive listening experience.
Tracks
Spanish Romance, Op. 74 - The Smuggler (Arr. For Solo Piano by Carl Tausig) - Duo-Art 7072Robert Schumann, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
La Mouche. Op. 12 (The Fly, from Romance Sans Paroles) - Duo-Art 6283L. L. Delahaye, Paquita Madriguera, Peter Phillips
The Bohemian Girl: I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls (Arr. Solo Piano by Armbruster) - Due-Art 103115Michael William Balfe, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
A Day in Venice, Op. 25: No. 2, Gondolieri - Duo-Art D-879Ethelbert Nevin, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Litany for the Feast of All Souls, D. 343 (Arr. Solo Piano by Cortot) - Duo-Art 6126Franz Schubert, Alfred Cortot, Peter Phillips
Andantino in G Major - Duo-Art 68530Michelangelo Rossi, Alfred Kugel, Peter Phillips
Amaryllis (Air De Louis XIII) - Duo-Art 62746Henri Ghys, Karl Rackle, Peter Phillips
Kleine Suite, Op. 18: No. 4, Zuneigung (Affection) - Duo-Art 5704Joseph Holbrooke, Peter Phillips
Honeymoon Suite No. 1 - Duo-Art 71596E. Fred Colber, Peter Phillips
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