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Stephen Hough - Stephen Hough's French Album (LP)

Stephen Hough

2012
17 tracks
1 uur, 18 min
classical piano

Stephen Hough's French Album

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Product Description

Stephen Hough's "French Album" is a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of French classical piano music, released on Hyperion in 2012. This exquisite collection showcases Hough's virtuosity and versatility, featuring a diverse range of compositions from renowned French composers. The album spans a little over an hour and eighteen minutes, offering a comprehensive exploration of the genre.

Hough's interpretation of works by composers such as Debussy, Ravel, and Fauré is both sensitive and insightful, revealing the depth and nuance of each piece. The tracklist includes well-known masterpieces like "Clair de lune" from Debussy's "Suite bergamasque" and "La chanson de la folle au bord de la mer" from Ravel's "25 Préludes," as well as lesser-known gems like "Mélancolie" by Fauré and "Poëme pastoral" by Hough himself.

The album is a testament to Hough's technical prowess and artistic maturity, making it a compelling addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to the world of classical piano, this album offers a rewarding and enriching experience.

Tracks

Toccata & Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565 (Arr. Cortot/Hough for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stephen Hough
8:40
Keyboard Concerto No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1056: II. Arioso (Arr. Cortot for Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Stephen Hough
2:33
Nocturne No. 6 in D-Flat Major, Op. 63Gabriel Fauré, Stephen Hough
7:43
8 Pièces brèves, Op. 84: No. 5. Improvisation in C-Sharp MinorGabriel Fauré, Stephen Hough
2:07
Impromptu No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 102Gabriel Fauré, Stephen Hough
2:10
Barcarolle No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 66Gabriel Fauré, Stephen Hough
5:49
Miroirs, M. 43: IV. Alborada del graciosoMaurice Ravel, Stephen Hough
6:25
Poëme pastoral: V. Crépuscule (Arr. Hough for Piano)Jules Massenet, Stephen Hough
2:00
10 Pièces pittoresques: No. 2, MélancolieEmmanuel Chabrier, Stephen Hough
1:51
Mélancolie, FP 105Francis Poulenc, Stephen Hough
5:40
8 Nocturnes, FP 56: No. 4 in C Minor. Bal fantômeFrancis Poulenc, Stephen Hough
1:35
8 Improvisations, FP 63: No. 8 in A MinorFrancis Poulenc, Stephen Hough
1:17
Etudes de concert, Op. 35: II. AutomneCécile Chaminade, Stephen Hough
5:35
25 Préludes, Op. 31, Book 1: No. 8, La chanson de la folle au bord de la merCharles-Valentin Alkan, Stephen Hough
4:11
Suite bergamasque, CD 82: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Stephen Hough
4:55
Sylvia, Act III: Divertissement: Pizzicati (Arr. Hough for Piano)Léo Delibes, Stephen Hough
2:34
Réminiscences de La juive. Fantaisie brillante sur des motifs de l'opéra de Halévy, S. 409aFranz Liszt, Stephen Hough
13:21

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Stephen Hough's French Album
Artist: Stephen Hough
Album release date: 31 aug 2012
Label: Hyperion
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 18 min
Tracks: 17 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Classical piano
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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