Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Konstantin Scherbakov's exquisite album, "ME on wings of song." Released on August 2, 2011, under the TwoPianists label, this captivating collection showcases Scherbakov's mastery and versatility as he navigates through a diverse repertoire of timeless compositions.
Spanning a little over an hour and ten minutes, the album is a testament to Scherbakov's technical prowess and artistic sensitivity. From the intricate fugues of Bach's "The Well-Tempered Clavier" to the lyrical elegance of Chopin's "Nocturnes," each piece is rendered with a depth of expression and clarity that highlights Scherbakov's unique interpretive voice.
The album opens with Bach's "Prelude in E Minor," arranged by Alexander Siloti, setting a contemplative tone that carries through to the delicate "Dance of the Blessed Spirits" from Gluck's "Orfeo ed Euridice." Scherbakov's rendition of Mendelssohn's "Auf Flügeln des Gesanges" is particularly noteworthy, capturing the essence of the song with a lightness and grace that is both ethereal and deeply moving. The album also features works by Liszt, Brahms, Debussy, and Beethoven, each performed with a level of precision and emotional resonance that underscores Scherbakov's deep connection to the music.
Whether you are a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "ME on wings of song" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Konstantin Scherbakov's artistry shines through in every note, making this album a true celebration of the classical piano repertoire.
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Tracks
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1, BWV 846 - 869: Prelude in E Minor, BWV 855a (Arr. A. Siloti)Johann Sebastian Bach, Konstantin Scherbakov
Orfeo ed Euridice, Act II: Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Arr. I. Friedman for piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Konstantin Scherbakov
L'art du chant appliqué au piano, Op. 70: Mozart - Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: LacrimosaSigismond Thalberg, Konstantin Scherbakov
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 19b: Lieder ohne Worte (Songs without Words), Book 1, Op. 19b: No. 1 in E Major, Op. 19b, No. 1, MWV U86Felix Mendelssohn, Konstantin Scherbakov
Mendelssohns Lieder, S. 547: Mendelssohn - Lieder, S. 547/R. 217: Auf Flugeln des Gesänges (from Op. 34, No. 2, MWV K86) [7 Lieder from Mendelssohn, Op, 19a, 34, 47]Franz Liszt, Konstantin Scherbakov
Lieder ohne Worte (Songs without Words), Book 8, Op. 102: No. 46 in G Minor, Op. 102, No. 4Felix Mendelssohn, Konstantin Scherbakov
3 Intermezzi, Op. 117: 3 Intermezzos, Op. 117: No. 1 in E-Flat MajorJohannes Brahms, Konstantin Scherbakov
Das Orgelbüchlein: Das Orgelbuchlein, BWV 599-644: Ich ruf' zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639 (Arr. F. Busoni)Johann Sebastian Bach, Konstantin Scherbakov
Consolations, S. 172 "6 Pensées poétiques": Consolations, S. 172/R. 12: No. 3 in D-Flat Major: Lento placidoFranz Liszt, Konstantin Scherbakov
Liebesträume, S. 541: Liebestraume, S. 541/R. 211: No. 3, Nocturne in A-Flat MajorFranz Liszt, Konstantin Scherbakov
14 Songs, Op. 34, No. 14. Vocalise in E Minor: 14 Songs, Op. 34: No. 14, Vocalise in E Minor (Arr. Z. Kocsis)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Konstantin Scherbakov
Nocturne in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth.: Nocturne No. 20 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth.Frédéric Chopin, Konstantin Scherbakov
Suite bergamasque, L. 75: Suite bergamasque: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Konstantin Scherbakov
3 P'yesi (3 Pieces), Op. 11: 3 Pieces, Op. 11: No. 1, Prelude in B MinorAnatoly Lyadov, Konstantin Scherbakov
Carnival of the Animals: XIII. Le Cygne (the Swan) [arr. A. Siloti]Camille Saint-Saëns, Konstantin Scherbakov
La séparation "Nocturne in F Minor": La separation, "Nocturne in F Minor"Mikhail Glinka, Konstantin Scherbakov
Nocturnes, Op. 9: Nocturne No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, Konstantin Scherbakov
4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D. 899: No. 3 in G-Flat MajorFranz Schubert, Konstantin Scherbakov
Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59, "Für Elise"Ludwig van Beethoven, Konstantin Scherbakov