Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of Hafliði Hallgrímsson with his 2008 release, "Music for Solo Piano." This album, recorded over two days in March 2008 and released on Delphian Records, is a comprehensive collection of Hallgrímsson's solo piano works, showcasing his unique compositional voice and technical prowess. Spanning a diverse range of styles and moods, the album features 40 tracks that collectively offer a rich and engaging exploration of Hallgrímsson's musical language.
From the evocative and atmospheric pieces like "Fley" and "Sketches in Time" to the structured and refined "Bagatelles" and "Five Pieces," the album presents a well-rounded portrait of Hallgrímsson's artistry. The inclusion of "Ten Pieces" and "Four Icelandic Folksongs" adds a touch of cultural and personal resonance, while the "Homage to Mondrian" suite offers a fascinating blend of musical and visual art influences.
Performed with sensitivity and virtuosity by Simon Smith, the album's 78-minute duration is filled with moments of introspection, playfulness, and technical brilliance. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Hallgrímsson's work or a newcomer to his music, this album serves as an excellent introduction to the composer's solo piano repertoire, offering a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Fley: Í birtuHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Fley: Í rökkriHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Fley: Ávallt samanHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Sketches in Time: Venetian WaltzHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Sketches in Time: Changing TimeHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Sketches in Time: Inside the CathedralHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Sketches in Time: My Own SongHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Sketches in Time: Left Hand SingingHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Sketches in Time: RondinoHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Sketches in Time: MarchingHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Bagatelles: AndanteHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Bagatelles: LarghettoHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Bagatelles: LargoHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Bagatelles: Largo IIHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Bagatelles: Andante IIHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Five Pieces: ForspilHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Five Pieces: SkyHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Five Pieces: SpeglunHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Five Pieces: HillingarHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Five Pieces: DraumurHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: A fine fish in the seaHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: Homage to Harpo MarxHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: EchoHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: HomewardsHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: A sweet memoryHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: Outside the music schoolHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: Walking in parallelHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: Old sacred windowHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: Hungarian marchHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Ten Pieces: Pas de deuxHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Four Icelandic Folksongs: Lullaby on a winter's nightHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Four Icelandic Folksongs: Setting sail for siglunesHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Four Icelandic Folksongs: The narrow beam of lightHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Four Icelandic Folksongs: Comic verse from a northern farmHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Homage to Mondrian: LargoHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Homage to Mondrian: Largo IIHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Homage to Mondrian: AllegroHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Homage to Mondrian: LarghettoHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Homage to Mondrian: AdagioHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
Homage to Mondrian: Molto vivoHafliði Hallgrímsson, Simon Smith
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