Alkan: 12 Etudes Dans Les Tons Mineurs, Op. 39: Concerto

Dive into the world of Charles-Valentin Alkan, a French composer and virtuoso pianist, with this captivating album. Released in 2011, this collection features a selection of Alkan's masterful piano études, showcasing his unique compositional style and technical prowess. The album presents three tracks from Alkan's "12 Études dans les tons majeurs, Op. 35," performed by the renowned pianist Marc-André Hamelin. Each étude is a testament to Alkan's innovative approach to piano music, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the instrument. The album opens with the energetic "Allegro assai" (No. 8), followed by the contemplative "Adagio" (No. 9), and concludes with the exhilarating "Allegro alla barbaresca" (No. 10). With a total duration of 50 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Alkan's extraordinary musical legacy. The album is released by Music and Arts Programs of America.