"Perpetual Motion": Piano Music from the Golden Age by Theodor Müller-Reuter is a captivating journey through the golden age of piano music. Released on September 9, 2025, under the Novus Promusica label, this album spans an impressive 1 hour and 43 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical compositions performed with exquisite skill and nuance.
Theodor Müller-Reuter, a name synonymous with virtuosity and artistic depth, brings to life a diverse collection of pieces that range from the delicate and intimate to the grand and heroic. The album opens with a tribute to Stephen Foster, seamlessly transitioning into a variety of works by renowned composers. Highlights include the enchanting "Kinderszenen" by Robert Schumann, the powerful "Piano Sonata No. 29, Op. 106 'Hammerklavier'" by Beethoven, and the lyrical "Nocturne No. 4, Op. 36" by Chopin.
Müller-Reuter's performances are marked by a deep understanding of each piece, showcasing his technical prowess and emotional resonance. The album features a mix of solo piano arrangements and orchestral works adapted for the piano, demonstrating the versatility and expressive range of the instrument. From the delicate "Lullaby" to the thunderous "Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Flat," Müller-Reuter's interpretations are both faithful to the original compositions and infused with his unique artistic vision.
"Perpetual Motion" is a testament to Müller-Reuter's mastery of the piano and his ability to breathe new life into timeless classics. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring beauty and power of piano music from the golden age.
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Tracks
Tribute to Stephen Foster. Lullaby - Duo-Art 5821Percy Grainger, Peter Phillips
Air De Ballet. Op. 41. Pierrette - Duo-Art 69550Cécile Chaminade, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Berceuse (Cradle Song) - Duo-Art 5776Enrique Soro, Peter Phillips
Six "Morceaux" in G Minor: Melancholie, Op. 51 No. 1 - Welte-Mignon 2592Anton Rubinstein, Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler, Peter Phillips
Kinderscenen. Op. 15: No. 1 - Duca 498Clara Schumann, Theodor Müller-ReuteR, Peter Phillips
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 2 - Duca 498Robert Schumann, Theodor Müller-ReuteR, Peter Phillips
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 3 - Duca 498Robert Schumann, Theodor Müller-ReuteR, Peter Phillips
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 4 - Duca 498Robert Schumann, Theodor Müller-ReuteR, Peter Phillips
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 5 - Duca 498Robert Schumann, Theodor Müller-ReuteR, Peter Phillips
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 6 - Duca 498Robert Schumann, Theodor Müller-ReuteR, Peter Phillips
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7 - Duca 498Robert Schumann, Theodor Müller-ReuteR, Peter Phillips
Sonata No. 1, Op. 24. IV. Perpetual Motion (Rondo) - Duo-Art 6489Carl Maria von Weber, Rudolph Ganz, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 4, Op. 7: I. Allegro - Duo-Art 71750Ludwig van Beethoven, Harold Bauer, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata, Op. 35, in B-Flat Minor: I. Grave, Doppio Movimento - Duo-Art 5692Frédéric Chopin, Alexander Raab, Peter Phillips
Polonaise, Op. 53 (Heroic) A-Flat Major - Duo-Art 5721Frédéric Chopin, Ernest Schelling, Peter Phillips
Nocturne No.4. Op. 36, E-Flat Major - Duo-Art 6148Gabriel Fauré, Magdeleine Brard, Peter Phillips
Sonatina in A Major - Welte-Mignon 538Domenico Scarlatti, Raoul Stéphane Pugno, Peter Phillips
Moments Musicaux. Op. 94: No. 6 A-Flat Major - Duo-Art 6233Franz Schubert, Oliver Denton, Peter Phillips
The Bohemian Girl. Selection. (Marble Halls Etc) - Duo-Art 6421Michael William Balfe, Erno Rapee, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No.29, Op. 106. "Hammerklavier": II. - Duo-Art 8006Ludwig van Beethoven, Alfred Cortot, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 3, Op. 5. In F Minor: V. Finale - Duo-Art 071 BrJohannes Brahms, Edwin Fischer, Peter Phillips
Madame Butterfly. Selection - Welte-Mignon 2254Giacomo Puccini, Richard Epstein, Peter Phillips
Faust (Arr, Solo Piano by Armbruster): Selections from Act 3: Flower Song, Cavatina, the King of Thule, the Jewel Song, Duet (Magarita and Faust) - Duo-Art 71259Charles Gounod, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E Flat (Arr. Solo Piano by Lazslo): I. Allegro Maestoso - Welte-Mignon 3333Franz Liszt, Sándor László, Peter Phillips
Symphony No.6, Op. 74 'Pathétique' (Arr. Solo Piano by Laszlo): II. Allegro Con Gracie - Welte-Mignon 3330Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sándor László, Peter Phillips