Alexander Raab's "062 Classical Evocations": Doppio Movimento" is a captivating journey through the world of classical music, set to release on August 31, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label. Spanning an impressive 2 hours and 35 minutes, this album is a testament to Raab's virtuosity and his deep connection with the classical repertoire.
The album is a diverse collection of pieces, ranging from well-known classics to lesser-known gems. It opens with "Six Studies in English Folk Song," arranged for flute and piano by Katrina Penman, offering a unique blend of traditional folk melodies and classical sophistication. The tracklist also includes works by renowned composers such as Mussorgsky, Chopin, Debussy, and Liszt, showcasing Raab's versatility and technical prowess.
Raab's interpretation of these pieces is nothing short of extraordinary. His playing is characterized by a deep understanding of the music, a keen sense of phrasing, and a remarkable ability to bring out the emotional depth of each piece. The album is a testament to his ability to breathe new life into familiar works and to introduce listeners to hidden treasures.
"062 Classical Evocations": Doppio Movimento" is not just an album; it's an experience. It's a chance to immerse yourself in the world of classical music, to discover new favorites, and to appreciate the artistry of Alexander Raab. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Six Studies in English Folk Song (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman): Vi. Allegro VivaceRalph Vaughan Williams, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Pictures at an Exhibition: Limoges, Le Marché (La Grande Nouvelle)Modest Mussorgsky, Juan Francisco Otón
Piano Sonata, Op. 35, in B-Flat Minor: I. Grave, Doppio Movimento - Duo-Art 5692Frédéric Chopin, Alexander Raab, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 4, Op. 7: I. Allegro - Duo-Art 71750Ludwig van Beethoven, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 3, Op. 5. In F Minor: V. Finale - Duo-Art 071 BrJohannes Brahms, Edwin Fischer, Peter Phillips
3 Pieces, Op. 45: No. 1, Feuillet D'albumAlexander Scriabin, Juan Francisco Otón
Élégie, Op. 126 No. 7Cécile Chaminade, Anna Miernik
Le Joie de Pierre-Auguste: Andante. Astor in aeternam...Ramón Paus, Irene Cantos
6 Lieder Ohne Worte, Op. 18 in E-Dur: II. Bewegt Und Sehr GebundenDelphine von Schauroth, Arcadie Triboi
Gymnopédie No. 1Erik Satie, Anna Miernik
Dos Piezas Griegas: II. AllegroAntón García Abril, Laura Ballestrino
For Children Sz. 42: The Blossom UnfoldsBéla Bartók, Anna Miernik
Sept Piéces Brèves No. 1 SouplementArthur Honegger, Anna Miernik
Mazurka in C Major Wn 48Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Rondo in D Major KV 15dWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anna Miernik
3 Preludes: Prelude No. 1George Gershwin, Anna Miernik
Sonata 60 Hob XVI 50: III. Allegro MoltoJoseph Haydn, Anna Miernik
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude in F Minor BWV 881Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
2 Piano Pieces, Op. 38: Prelude-Impromptu, Op. 38, No. 1Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Juan Francisco Otón
Instante. Estudio Selfie 11 para PianoJose Buenagu, Irene Cantos
Haurren Irudiak: II. JarindoBeatriz Arzamendi, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Ave Maria (Transcription by Katrina Penman for Alto Flute and Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Impromptus on a Theme by Clara Schumann, Op. 5: No. 10, LebhaftRobert Schumann, Noemí Teruel Serrano
Jeux D'eau: Très DouxMaurice Ravel, Irene Cantos
Late Piano Works: NarcissusEinojuhani Rautavaara, Irene Cantos
2 Arabesques, Op. 45: No.1 (In Form of an Etude) - Duo-Art 6388Theodor Leschetizki, Ethel Leginska, Peter Phillips
The Brook, Etude De Concert - Duo-Art 5605McNair Ilgenfritz, Peter Phillips