Dive into the intricate and avant-garde world of Brian Ferneyhough with his "Complete Piano Works" album, released on June 30, 2015, under the NEOS Music label. This collection spans over an hour and thirty-eight minutes, featuring sixteen tracks that showcase Ferneyhough's innovative compositional style and technical prowess. Performed by the esteemed pianist Nicolas Hodges, the album includes notable works such as "Lemma-Icon-Epigram," "Opus Contra Naturam," and "Sonata for 2 Pianos," each offering a unique exploration of sound and form. The CD booklet provides insightful notes from the composer himself, along with an overview by Fabrice Fitch, enhancing the listener's understanding and appreciation of Ferneyhough's creative process. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of contemporary classical music or a curious newcomer, this album offers a compelling journey through the mind of one of the most influential composers of our time.
2015 NEOS Music2015 (P) NEOS Music
Tracks
Lemma-Icon-EpigramBrian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
QuirlBrian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Opus Contra Naturam: I. —Charles Bernstein, Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Opus Contra Naturam: II. KabasisBrian Ferneyhough, Charles Bernstein, Nicolas Hodges
Opus Contra Naturam: III. KataplexyBrian Ferneyhough, Charles Bernstein, Nicolas Hodges
InventionBrian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Epigrams: I. —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Epigrams: II. —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Epigrams: III. —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Epigrams: IV. —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Epigrams: V. —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Epigrams: VI. —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
3 Pieces: No. 1, —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
3 Pieces: No. 2, —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
3 Pieces: No. 3, —Brian Ferneyhough, Nicolas Hodges
Sonata for 2 PianosBrian Ferneyhough, Rolf Hind, Nicolas Hodges