Daniil Trifonov, the celebrated Russian pianist, presents a captivating journey through the Silver Age of Russian music with his latest album, "Silver Age." Released on April 16, 2021, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this collection showcases Trifonov's virtuosity and deep connection with the works of Russian composers.
Spanning a generous 2 hours and 34 minutes, the album is a comprehensive exploration of the piano repertoire from the Silver Age, a period of remarkable creativity and innovation in Russian arts. Trifonov's program includes a diverse range of pieces, from the lyrical and introspective to the technically demanding and virtuosic.
The album opens with Sergei Prokofiev's "Serenade in A for Piano" and "Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17," demonstrating Trifonov's ability to navigate the composer's distinctive style with both precision and poetic sensibility. The program continues with Alexander Scriabin's "Piano Sonata No. 8 in B Flat Major, Op. 84," showcasing the pianist's mastery of the composer's complex and evocative language.
Trifonov also turns his attention to the works of Igor Stravinsky, performing selections from "Cinderella," "The Firebird," and "Petrushka." These pieces highlight the composer's rhythmic vitality and colorful orchestration, expertly adapted for the piano. The album also features Stravinsky's "Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 16" and "Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20," offering a comprehensive survey of the composer's piano concertos.
Complementing these works are selections from Sergei Rachmaninoff's "Deux poèmes, Op. 32" and "Eight Etudes, Op. 42," further showcasing Trifonov's technical prowess and musical insight. Throughout the album, Trifonov's playing is characterized by its clarity, nuance, and expressive depth, making "Silver Age" a compelling and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Serenade in A for Piano: I. HymnIgor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
Serenade in A for Piano: II. RomanceIgor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
Serenade in A for Piano: III. RondolettoIgor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
Serenade in A for Piano: IV. Final CadenceIgor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17: I. TempestosoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17: II. Allegro rubatoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17: III. Allegro precipitatoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17: IV. SmaniosoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Sarcasms for Piano, Op. 17: V. PrecipitosissimoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B Flat Major, Op. 84: I. Andante dolceSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B Flat Major, Op. 84: II. Andante sognandoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Sonata No. 8 in B Flat Major, Op. 84: III. VivaceSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
Three Pieces from "Cinderella", Op. 95: II. GavotteSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov
L’oiseau de Feu. Suite pour piano: I. Danse infernale du Roi Kastchei (Transc. by Guido Agosti)Igor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
L’oiseau de Feu. Suite pour piano: II. Berceuse (Transc. by Guido Agosti)Igor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
L’oiseau de Feu. Suite pour piano: III. Finale (Transc. by Guido Agosti)Igor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 16: I. AndantinoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 16: II. Scherzo. VivaceSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 16: III. Intermezzo. Allegro moderatoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 16: IV. Finale. Allegro tempestosoSergei Prokofiev, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
3 Movements from Petrushka, K12: I. Danse russeIgor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
3 Movements from Petrushka, K12: II. Chez PétrouchkaIgor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
3 Movements from Petrushka, K12: III. La semaine grasseIgor Stravinsky, Daniil Trifonov
Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20: I. AllegroAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20: IIa. AndanteAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20: IIb. Variation 1Alexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20: IIc. Variation 2Alexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20: IId. Variation 3Alexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 20: IIe. Variation 4 - Tempo 1. AndanteAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Piano Concerto in F Sharp Minor, Op. 20: III. Allegro moderatoAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Deux poèmes, Op. 32: I. Andante cantabileAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov
Deux poèmes, Op. 32: II. Allegro, con eleganzza, con fiduciaAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov
Eight Etudes, Op. 42: IV. in F Sharp Major: AndanteAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov
Eight Etudes, Op. 42: V. in C Sharp Minor: AffannatoAlexander Scriabin, Daniil Trifonov
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