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Albert Roussel - Roussel: Complete Piano Works (LP)

Albert Roussel

1979
17 tracks
1 uur, 11 min
chamber music

Roussel: Complete Piano Works

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the intricate world of Albert Roussel's piano compositions with the "Roussel: Complete Piano Works" album. Released on January 1, 1979, under the Solstice label, this collection showcases Roussel's mastery of chamber music and neoclassical styles, offering a comprehensive journey through his piano repertoire.

Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, the album features a diverse range of pieces, from the evocative "Des heures passent..." to the dynamic "Rustiques" and the elegant "Suite." Each track is a testament to Roussel's compositional prowess, blending technical brilliance with expressive depth.

The album opens with the four-part "Des heures passent...," each movement capturing a different mood—from somber and light to joyous and tragic. The "Rustiques" series brings a pastoral charm, with pieces like "Danse au bord de l’eau" and "Promenade sentimentale en forêt" evoking vivid imagery. The "Suite" offers a structured exploration of various musical forms, while the "Sonatine" and "Prelude and Fugue" demonstrate Roussel's contrapuntal skill.

For those eager to explore the neoclassical and chamber music genres, this album is a treasure trove. Roussel's works, meticulously performed, provide a rich and rewarding listening experience, highlighting his unique voice in the classical music landscape.

Tracks

Des heures passent..., Op. 1: I. Graves, légèresAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
2:29
Des heures passent..., Op. 1: II. JoyeusesAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
1:36
Des heures passent..., Op. 1: III. TragiquesAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
5:12
Des heures passent..., Op. 1: IV. ChampêtresAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
2:11
Rustiques, Op. 5: I. Danse au bord de l’eauAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
5:05
Rustiques, Op. 5: II. Promenade sentimentale en forêtAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
5:34
Rustiques, Op. 5: III. Retour de fêteAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
4:47
Suite, Op. 14: I. PréludeAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
6:46
Suite, Op. 14: II. SicilienneAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
5:53
Suite, Op. 14: III. BourréeAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
4:46
Suite, Op. 14: IV. RondeAlbert Roussel, Alain Raës
4:18
Sonatine, Op. 16: I.Albert Roussel, Alain Raës
5:33
Sonatine, Op. 16: II.Albert Roussel, Alain Raës
5:24
Prelude and Fugue, Op. 46Albert Roussel, Alain Raës
4:13
Three Pieces, Op. 49: I.Albert Roussel, Alain Raës
1:23
Three Pieces, Op. 49: II.Albert Roussel, Alain Raës
1:44
Three Pieces, Op. 49: III.Albert Roussel, Alain Raës
4:41

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Details

Album: Roussel: Complete Piano Works
Artist: Albert Roussel
Album release date: 1 januari 1979
Label: Solstice
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 11 min
Tracks: 17 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Chamber music
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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