Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Olga Samaroff's piano artistry with "Atalia - Contemporary & Classical Masterworks, Vol. 6," a captivating collection of classical and contemporary pieces set to be released on April 26, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 17 minutes, this album is a testament to Samaroff's virtuosity and her deep connection with the music she performs.
The tracklist is a diverse journey through the works of renowned composers, featuring pieces such as Chopin's "Prelude in E Minor, Op. 28 No. 4," Bach's "Prelude in C Major BWV 924," and Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite, Op. 17a." The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Ciudadano Sombra: II." and "Abriliana, Op. 21a," showcasing Samaroff's ability to breathe life into both familiar and obscure compositions.
Samaroff's interpretations are brought to life with the aid of historical recordings, including several Duo-Art and Welte-Mignon rolls, offering a unique glimpse into the past. Her arrangements, such as those of Chopin's preludes and the "Variations on Barbarina's Aria" from Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro," demonstrate her creative prowess and deep understanding of the music.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Atalia - Contemporary & Classical Masterworks, Vol. 6" promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience. Olga Samaroff's masterful playing and the diverse selection of pieces make this album a valuable addition to any music lover's collection.
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Tracks
Impromptu No.2, Op. 36, F-Sharp Major - Duo-Art 5907Frédéric Chopin, Camille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips
Ciudadano Sombra: II. - Live ConcertRamón Paus, Pablo Martos, Yuval Gotlibovich, Alberto Martos
Andante in F Major K6 AnhWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joanna Sochacka
Menuet in F Major Kv2Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joanna Sochacka
Abriliana, Op. 21aAlejandro Román, Orquesta Sinfónica de la Ciudad de Praga, Richard Hein
Waltz in A Minor B. 150 Op. PosthumousFrédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Waltz in B Minor Wn 19Frédéric Chopin, Anna Miernik
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude in F Minor BWV 881Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 2: Prelude in F-Sharp Minor BWV 883Johann Sebastian Bach, Anna Miernik
Écossaise K. WoO 23Ludwig van Beethoven, Anna Miernik
String Quartet No. 1: I. EléctricoHermes Luaces, Cuarteto Breton
String Quartet No. 2: IV. EnérgicoHermes Luaces, Cuarteto Breton
Prelude in E Major, Op. 28 No.9Frédéric Chopin, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in E Minor, Op. 28 No. 4Frédéric Chopin, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in C Major BWV 924 from the Klavierbüchlein Für Wilhelm Friedemann BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in C Major BWV 939 from the Klavierbüchlein Für Wilhelm Friedemann BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in C Minor BWV 999Johann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in C Minor No. 3 from 23 Pezzi Facili Ed. CurciJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in D Minor BWV 940 from the Klavierbüchlein Für Wilhelm Friedemann BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
Prelude in E Minor BWV 941 from the Klavierbüchlein Für Wilhelm Friedemann BachJohann Sebastian Bach, Joanna Sochacka
Petite Piece No. 2 - Larghetto in F Major K6 Anh.BWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joanna Sochacka
Petite Piece No. 4 - Menuetto Allegretto in C Major K6 Anh.BWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joanna Sochacka
Petite Piece No. 4 - Rondo Allegro in C Major K6 Anh.BWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joanna Sochacka
Gran Trio, Op. 119: II. Adagio PateticoFriedrich Kuhlau, Katrina Penman, Sara Santirso, Beatriz Mier
Trois mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après Un Rêve (Arr. Flute & piano by Katrina Penman)Gabriel Fauré, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Prelude No. 5 in D Major, BWV 850 (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman)Johann Sebastian Bach, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
Six Studies in English Folk Song (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman): Vi. Allegro VivaceRalph Vaughan Williams, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
The Marriage of Figaro: Variations on Barbarina's Aria (Arr. Flute & Piano by Katrina Penman)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Katrina Penman, Claudia Vior
AlegríaLaura Ballestrino
Ocre Inhalado: III. ReligiosoRamón Paus, Elvira Babiloni
Xàfec de Llum I Tenebres: IV. IridiscenteRamón Paus, Orquestra De Cambra Catalana, Joan Pàmies
Entr'acte No. 5 - Duo-Art 8004Andre Ernest Gretry, Arthur De Greef, Peter Phillips
Four Little Poems, Op. 32: No. 1, the Eagle - Duo-Art 6136Edward MacDowell, Lester Donahue, Peter Phillips
Cradle Song (Goolenki, Arr. By Siloti) - Duo-Art 68759Anatoly Lyadov, Alexander Siloti, Peter Phillips
Kleine Suite. Op. 18: No. 1: Wonderful Idea - Duo-Art 6370Joseph Holbrooke, Peter Phillips
Air De Ballet. Op. 37, No. 4 from "Callirhoe" Ballet - Duo-Art 71978Cécile Chaminade, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Berceuse - Duo-Art 6181César Cui, Peter Phillips, Alexander Lambert
The Glow Worm: Song from "Lysistrata" (Arr. Solo Piano by Rapee) - Duo-Art 6386Paul Lincke, Erno Rapee, Peter Phillips
4 Pieces, Op. 36: No. 4, Etude "The Spring" - Duo-Art 5699Theodor Leschetizky, Peter Phillips, Mark Hambourg
Yellow Jonquils (Dance a La Gavotte) - Duo-Art 66506Paul Johanning, Julius Schendel, Peter Phillips
Song of the Volga Boatmen (Old Russian) - Welte-Mignon 3042Harriet arr Cady, Peter Phillips, Rudolph Ganz
Chanson (Melodie) - Duo-Art 66406Rudolf Friml, Peter Phillips, Robert Armbruster
Humoresque, Op. 10, No. 2 in G Major (Based on a French Popular Song) - Duo-Art 7115Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Josef Hofmann, Peter Phillips
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 17a (Arr. Solo Piano by Giorni): Dance of the Reed Flutes (Danse Des Mirlitons) - Duo-Art 6132Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Aurelio Giorni, Peter Phillips
Swedish Wedding March. Op. 12, No.1 from "The Wedding at Ulfasa" - Duo-Art 6452August Söderman, Rudolph Reuter, Peter Phillips