Ronald Stevenson's "Stevenson: Piano Music" is a comprehensive collection of the Scottish composer and pianist's works, released on Divine Art in 2013. Spanning an impressive three hours and twenty-three minutes, this album offers a deep dive into Stevenson's diverse and intricate compositions, showcasing his mastery of the piano and his unique musical language.
The album features a wide range of pieces, from Stevenson's own compositions to his arrangements of works by other composers such as Bach, Chopin, Purcell, and Mozart. The tracklist includes solo piano works, sonatas, and even a transcription of a Mozart piano concerto. Stevenson's music is known for its technical demanding and emotional depth, and this album is no exception. The pieces range from the intimate and lyrical to the virtuosic and complex, demonstrating Stevenson's versatility and skill as a composer and pianist.
One of the highlights of the album is the inclusion of Stevenson's "Piano Sonata No. 1 in G Minor" and "Piano Sonata No. 2," both of which are inspired by Eugène Ysaÿe's violin sonatas. These sonatas are substantial works that showcase Stevenson's ability to write for the piano in a way that is both technically challenging and musically engaging. Other notable pieces include the "6 Pensées sur des Préludes de Chopin," which are Stevenson's interpretations of Chopin's preludes, and the "Le festin d'Alkan, 'Petit Concert'," a set of variations based on the music of Charles-Valentin Alkan.
Throughout the album, Stevenson's musical language is evident, with its blend of romanticism, modernism, and folk influences. His use of harmony, rhythm, and melody is distinctive and often unexpected, making his music a fascinating listen. Whether you're a fan of classical music, a pianist looking for new repertoire, or simply someone who appreciates beautiful and challenging music, "Stevenson: Piano Music" is an album that is sure to impress and inspire.
Tracks
Komm, susser Tod, BWV 478 (Arr. R. Stevenson)Johann Sebastian Bach, Murray McLachlan
Prelude and Chorale (an Easter Offering): AndanteRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 1: I. Eleanore: Moderato, appassionatoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 1: II. So we'll go no more a-roving: AndantinoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 1: III. Plus blanche que la plus blanche hermine: Andantino graziosoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 1: IV. In the silent night: LentoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 1: V. Go not, happy day: Allegrissimo con gioia sfiatata e con freschezza primevaleRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 2: I. Fly home little heart: Andante comodoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 2: II: We'll gather lilacs: Andante comodoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 2: III: Demande et reponse: AndanteRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
L'art nouveau de chant applique au piano, Vol. 2: IV. Will you remember?: Tempo di valseRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
3 Scottish Ballads: No. 1, Lord Randall: Allegro moderato: Strong, stark and steadyRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Fugue on a Fragment of ChopinRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
6 Pensées sur des Preludes de Chopin: No. 1, AgitatoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
6 Pensées sur des Preludes de Chopin: No. 2, Lento funebreRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
6 Pensées sur des Preludes de Chopin: No. 3, Andantino (alla Mazurka)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
6 Pensées sur des Preludes de Chopin: No. 4, Lento sostenutoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
6 Pensées sur des Preludes de Chopin: No. 5, Allegro agitato, con urgenzaRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
6 Pensées sur des Preludes de Chopin: No. 6, Non agitatoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Variations-Study on a Chopin WaltzRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Etudette d'apres Korsakov et ChopinRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Chopin, 3 Waltz Transcriptions: No. 1, Waltz in a flat, Op. 34Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Chopin, 3 Waltz Transcriptions: No. 2, Waltz in a flat, Op. 42Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Le festin d'Alkan, "Petit Concert": I. Free Composition: Allegro senza allegrezzaRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Le festin d'Alkan, "Petit Concert": II. Free Transcription: Andante ipnoticoRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Le festin d'Alkan, "Petit Concert": III. Free Multiple Variations. Moderato macabreRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: I. Preludio. Grave Lento assai (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata, Op. 27, No. 1)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: II. Fugato: Molto moderato (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata, Op. 27, No. 1)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: III. Allegretto poco scherzoso (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata, Op. 27, No. 1)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 1 in G Minor: IV. Finale con brio Allegro (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata, Op. 27, No. 1)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 2: I. Prelude, "Obsession": Poco vivace (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27, No. 2)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 2: II. Malinconia: Poco lento (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27, No. 2)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 2: III. Sarabande, "Danse des ombres": Lento (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27, No. 2)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Piano Sonata No. 2: IV. Les furies: Allegro furioso (After e. Ysaye's Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27, No. 2)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Norse Elegy for Ella NygardRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Canonic Caprice on Grunfeld's 'the Bat'Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Fantasy in F Minor, K. 608 (Arr. R. Stevenson)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Murray McLachlan
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466: II. Romance (Arr. R. Stevenson)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Murray McLachlan
Melody on a Ground of GlazunovRonald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
Ricordanza di San Romerio (a Pilgrimage for Piano)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
3 Grounds: No. 1, Andante quasi fado (After H. Purcell)Ronald Stevenson, Murray McLachlan
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