Anna Miernik's "Orbis - Classical & Contemporary Essentials" is a captivating journey through the realms of classical and modern piano music, set to release on March 10, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label. Spanning a duration of 2 hours and 9 minutes, this album is a testament to Miernik's virtuosity and versatility as a pianist.
The album is a meticulously curated collection of timeless pieces, ranging from the intricate and dramatic "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor BWV 565" by Bach, to the delicate and introspective "Gymnopédie No. 1" by Erik Satie. Miernik's interpretations breathe new life into these classics, showcasing her technical prowess and emotional depth.
In addition to the well-known masterpieces, Miernik also delves into lesser-known gems, such as the hauntingly beautiful "Xàfec de Llum I Tenebres: V. Diario de Dudas" and the evocative "Ocre Inhalado: I. Algo Taciturno." These pieces, along with others like "Diálogos Con las Estrellas: I." and "Humoreske, Op. 20: V. Sehr Lebhaft," demonstrate Miernik's ability to navigate the complexities of contemporary compositions with ease and grace.
The album also features a selection of charming and melodious pieces, including the enchanting "Für Elise" by Beethoven and the playful "Ecossaises (Scottish Dances) Op. 72" by Chopin. These lighter pieces provide a delightful contrast to the more intense and dramatic works on the album.
Throughout "Orbis," Miernik's playing is characterized by a remarkable sensitivity to the nuances of each piece, as well as a deep understanding of the composers' intentions. Her performances are marked by a perfect balance of technical precision and emotional expressiveness, making this album a truly unforgettable listening experience.
Tracks
Toccata and Fugue in D Minor BWV 565 (Arr. Solo Piano by Tausig): I. Toccata - Duo-Art 6732Johann Sebastian Bach, Ignaz Friedman, Peter Phillips
Toccata and Fugue in D Minor BWV 565 (Arr. Solo Piano by Tausig): II. Fugue - Duo-Art 6732Johann Sebastian Bach, Ignaz Friedman, Peter Phillips
Toccata and Fugue in G Minor BWV 915 (Arr. Solo Piano by Samuel): I. Toccata - Duo-Art 0293 BrJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Samuel, Peter Phillips
Toccata and Fugue in G Minor BWV 915 (Arr. Solo Piano by Samuel): II. Fugue - Duo-Art 0293 BrJohann Sebastian Bach, Harold Samuel, Peter Phillips
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude in F Minor BWV 881Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Gymnopédie No. 1Erik Satie, Anna Miernik
Etude, Op. 10 No. 5 - Duo-Art 6453, Pt. 2Frédéric Chopin, Guiomar Novaes, Peter Phillips
Suite in G Minor BWV 822: Minuet in G MinorJohann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Prelude No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850 (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman)Johann Sebastian Bach, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Humoreske, Op. 20: V. Sehr LebhaftRobert Schumann, Harrison Herman
Xàfec de Llum I Tenebres: V. Diario de DudasRamón Paus, Orquestra De Cambra Catalana, Joan Pàmies
Ocre Inhalado: I. Algo TaciturnoRamón Paus, Elvira Babiloni
Diálogos Con las Estrellas: I.Antón García Abril, Pablo Martínez
Waltz, Op. 39, No. 12 - Welte-Mignon 590Johannes Brahms, Gottfried Galston, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 39, No. 15 A-Flat Major - Duo-Art 5642.Johannes Brahms, Alexander Raab, Peter Phillips
Waltzes, Op. 39: No. 6 - Welte-Mignon 589Johannes Brahms, Gottfried Galston, Peter Phillips
Waltzes, Op. 39: No. 11 - Welte-Mignon 589Johannes Brahms, Gottfried Galston, Peter Phillips
Intermezzo, Op. 119, No. 3 C MajorJohannes Brahms, Artur Schnabel, Peter Phillips
Piano Pieces, Op. 119: No. 3, Intermezzo - Duo-Art 6911Johannes Brahms, Myra Hess, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 5, Black Key Étude - Welte-Mignon 390Frédéric Chopin, Artur Schnabel, Peter Phillips
Ecossaises (Scottish Dances) Op. 72, Selections - Duo-Art 5782Frédéric Chopin, Alberto Jonás, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 2, in F Minor, 'the Bees' - Welte-Mignon 1215Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir de Pachmann, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 64, No. 1 (Minute Waltz) in D-Flat Major - Welte-Mignon 1220Frédéric Chopin, Vladimir de Pachmann, Peter Phillips
Hungarian Dance No. 5, in F-Sharp Minor (Arr. Solo Piano by Bauer) - Duo-Art 5814Johannes Brahms, Peter Phillips, Harold Bauer
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 2 in F Minor, 'the Bees' (Arr. For 4 Hands Piano by Brahms) - Duo-Art 6265Frédéric Chopin, Rose Sutro, Ottilie Sutro, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 1 in C Major, 'Waterfall' - Duo-Art 5521Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Michael von Zadora
Ecossaises, Op. 72: Three Ecossaises, Nos. 3, 4 & 5 - Duo-Art 5741Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Leopold Godowsky
Waltz, Op. 69, No. 1 in A-Flat Major (Posthumous) - Welte-Mignon 1039Frédéric Chopin, Bernhard Stavenhagen, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 11 in E♭ Major, 'Arpeggio' - Duo-Art 5523Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Michael von Zadora
Hungarian Dance No. 2, in D Minor - Welte-Mignon 1096Johannes Brahms, Carl Friedberg, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 70, No. 1 in G-Flat Major (Posthumous) - Welte-Mignon 1465Frédéric Chopin, Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler, Peter Phillips
Etude on Minute Waltz, Op. 64, No. 1 ( Arr. By Ilgenfritz) - Duo-Art 5581Frédéric Chopin, McNair Ilgenfritz, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10: No. 8, in F Major 'Sunshine' - Duo-Art 6414Frédéric Chopin, Peter Phillips, Ossip Gabrilowitsch
Etudes, Op. 25: No. 1 in A-Flat Major, 'Aeolian Harp' - Duo-Art S-3032Frédéric Chopin, Daisy Chambers Woolsey, Peter Phillips
Waltz, Op. 64, No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor - Welte-Mignon 498Frédéric Chopin, Ernst von Dohnányi, Peter Phillips
Etudes, Op. 10,: No. 12 (Revolutionary) in C Minor - Welte-Mignon 594Frédéric Chopin, Gottfried Galston, Peter Phillips
Piano Pieces, Op. 76: No. 2, Capriccio in B Minor - Welte-Mignon 497Johannes Brahms, Peter Phillips, Ernst von Dohnányi
Romance, Op. 118, No .5 in F Major - Duo-Art 74127Johannes Brahms, Constance McGlinchee, Peter Phillips
Gavotte in F Major, WoO Anh. 8 - Duo-Art 6380Ludwig van Beethoven, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Für Elise, WoO 59 - Welte-Mignon 327Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Alfred Reisenauer
Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G Minor, Allegro Molto - Welte-Mignon 1085Johannes Brahms, Arthur Nikisch, Peter Phillips
Capriccio, Op. 76, No. 2 in B Minor - Duo-Art 6596Johannes Brahms, Arthur Rubinstein, Peter Phillips
Piano Pieces, Op. 76: No. 1, Capriccio in F-Sharp Minor - Triphonola 51531Johannes Brahms, Peter Phillips, Marie Gabrielle Leschetizky
Capriccio, Op. 76, No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor - Triphonola T-51531Johannes Brahms, Marie Gabrielle Leschetizky, Peter Phillips
Minuet in E-Flat Major, WoO 82 - Welte-Mignon 1326Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Phillips, Herbert Fryer
Piano Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 "Waldstein": II. Introduzione. Adagio Molto (-Attacca-)Ludwig van Beethoven, Teresa Carreño, Peter Phillips
Piano Pieces, Op. 118: No.3 , Ballade - Duo-Art 74060Johannes Brahms, Peter Phillips, Oliver Denton
Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67 (Arr. Solo Piano by Stoessel): IV. Allegro - Presto - Duo-Art 5020Ludwig van Beethoven, Albert Stoessel, Peter Phillips
Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 36 (Arr. Solo Piano by Kiek): III. Scherzo. Allegro - Welte-Mignon 3156Ludwig van Beethoven, Georges Kiek, Peter Phillips
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