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Mendelssohn

Isata Kanneh-MasonIsata Kanneh-Mason
Mendelssohn - Isata Kanneh-Mason

Album Description

Isata Kanneh-Mason's latest album, Mendelssohn, is a masterful tribute to the renowned German composer. Released on 9 August 2024 by Decca Music Group Ltd., this classical music collection spans 1 hour and 5 minutes, taking listeners on a journey through some of Mendelssohn's most exquisite works.

The album features Isata Kanneh-Mason's stunning performances of Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25, with its intricate and expressive movements. Additionally, the album includes beautiful transcriptions of A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, showcasing Isata Kanneh-Mason's technical skill and emotional depth.

The album also explores Mendelssohn's lesser-known works, such as Mendelssohns Lieder, S. 547, and Lieder ohne Worte VI, Op. 67, which demonstrate the composer's ability to craft delicate and evocative melodies. Isata Kanneh-Mason's interpretation of these pieces is both nuanced and powerful, bringing a new level of understanding to the music.

The Easter Sonata, a rarely performed work, is also featured on the album, with Isata Kanneh-Mason's performance highlighting the composer's innovative and expressive style. Throughout the album, Isata Kanneh-Mason's passion and dedication to Mendelssohn's music shine through, making this a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts. With its beautiful soundscapes and technical brilliance, Mendelssohn is an album that will leave a lasting impression on all who hear it.

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Tracks

  1. Piano Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: I. Molto allegro con fuocoFelix Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason, London Mozart Players, Jonathan Bloxham
  2. Piano Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason, London Mozart Players, Jonathan Bloxham
  3. Piano Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: III. Presto – Molto allegro e vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason, London Mozart Players, Jonathan Bloxham
  4. A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61: I. Scherzo (Transcr. Rachmaninoff for Piano)Felix Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  5. A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61: VII. Nocturne (Transcr. Moszkowski for Piano)Felix Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  6. Mendelssohns Lieder, S. 547: I. Auf Flügeln des Gesanges (After Op. 34/2)Franz Liszt, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  7. Lieder ohne Worte VI, Op. 67: II. Allegro leggiero, MWV U145 "Lost Illusions"Felix Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  8. Lieder ohne Worte VI, Op. 67: VI. Allegretto non troppo, MWV U188 "Cradle Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  9. Notturno in G Minor, H-U 337Fanny Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  10. Easter Sonata: I. Allegro assai moderatoFanny Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  11. Easter Sonata: II. Largo e molto espresso – Poco più mossoFanny Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  12. Easter Sonata: III. Scherzo. AllegrettoFanny Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
  13. Easter Sonata: IV. Allegro con strepitoFanny Mendelssohn, Isata Kanneh-Mason
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About Isata Kanneh-Mason

Isata Kanneh-Mason is a British pianist who has swiftly ascended to become one of the most sought-after classical musicians on the international stage. Known for her eclectic and captivating repertoire, Kanneh-Mason's performances as both a soloist and a chamber musician are marked by her virtuoso technique and emotional depth. She is the eldest of the renowned Kanneh-Mason family and the first female classical pianist of her heritage to achieve such global recognition. Her collaborations, particularly with her brother, cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, have garnered critical acclaim and a devoted following. Kanneh-Mason's ability to make virtuosic passages dance and melodic lines sing beautifully has earned her praise from esteemed publications like BBC Music Magazine. Her performances are not just concerts but experiences that engage the emotions from the first note to the last.

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