Beach: Empress of Night

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of chamber music with Amy Beach's captivating album, 'Beach: Empress of Night'. Released on 19 August 2008 by Arabesque Recordings, this mesmerising collection showcases Beach's mastery of the genre. The album features two sublime works: the Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45, and the Piano Quintet in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 67. With a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, you will be treated to an exquisite journey through four movements of the concerto, from the lively 'Allegro moderato' to the vibrant 'Allegro con scioltezza', and three movements of the quintet, including the poignant 'Adagio espressivo' and the dynamic 'Allegro agitato'. Amy Beach's 'Beach: Empress of Night' is a must-listen for fans of chamber music, offering a rich and rewarding experience that will leave you spellbound.

Amy Beach, born Amy Marcy Cheney, was a pioneering American composer and pianist who broke barriers in the male-dominated world of classical music. As a child prodigy, she made her public debut as a pianist at just sixteen, showcasing her remarkable talent and setting the stage for a groundbreaking career. Beach is renowned for her "Gaelic" Symphony, the first symphony composed and published by an American woman, premiered by the Boston Symphony Orchestra in 1896. Her Piano Concerto, completed in 1900, further cemented her status as a trailblazer. Beach's compositions, which span chamber music and orchestral works, are celebrated for their emotional depth and technical brilliance. Throughout her life, she performed extensively, earning acclaim both in the United States and internationally, particularly in Germany. Her legacy endures as a testament to her innovative spirit and enduring musical contributions.

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