Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Peter Phillips' latest album, "Rendezvous. Piano Revelations from the Golden Age." Released on January 30, 2024, under the Novus Promusica label, this exquisite collection spans a little over two hours and features 26 meticulously selected pieces that showcase the pinnacle of classical piano repertoire.
Peter Phillips, a name synonymous with virtuosity and elegance, curates a journey through timeless compositions by masters such as Chopin, Beethoven, and Liszt. The album opens with the serene "Barcarolle, Op. 60" by Chopin, setting the tone for a captivating exploration of musical brilliance. Each track is a testament to Phillips' technical prowess and artistic sensitivity, from the delicate "Berceuse, Op. 57" to the powerful "Piano Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 'Waldstein'."
The album is a harmonious blend of well-known classics and hidden gems, including the enchanting "Lyrische Stucke, Op. 43: No. 1 Butterfly" and the evocative "Waldscenen, Op. 82: No. 9, Farewell." Phillips' interpretation of these pieces is both refreshing and reverent, offering a fresh perspective while staying true to the original intent of the composers.
"Rendezvous. Piano Revelations from the Golden Age" is not just an album; it's an experience. The intricate details of each performance, the dynamic range, and the emotional depth make it a standout in the classical piano genre. Whether you are a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to classical music, this album promises to captivate and inspire. Dive into the golden age of piano music with Peter Phillips and let the melodies transport you to a world of timeless beauty and artistic excellence.
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Tracks
Barcarolle, Op. 60, in F-Sharp Major - Welte-Mignon 1076Frédéric Chopin, Anna Essipoff, Peter Phillips
Berceuse, Op. 57 in D-Flat Major - Triphonola T-55757Frédéric Chopin, Teresa Carreño, Peter Phillips
Preludes, Op. 28: No. 15 (Raindrop) in D-Flat Major - Welte-Mignon 1319Frédéric Chopin, Ferruccio Busoni, Peter Phillips
Lyrische Stucke, Op. 43: No. 1 Butterfly (Schmetterling, Papillon) - Duo-Art 5998Edvard Grieg, Maurice Dambois, Peter Phillips
Chanson Triste, Op. 40, No. 2 - Duo-Art 5957Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mark Hambourg, Peter Phillips
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Prelude No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857 - Welte-Mignon 2965Johann Sebastian Bach, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Well Tempered Clavier, Book I: Fugue No. 12, BWV 857 - Welte-Mignon 2965Johann Sebastian Bach, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Capriccio, Op. 76, No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor - Triphonola T-51531Johannes Brahms, Marie Gabrielle Leschetizky, Peter Phillips
Waldscenen, Op. 82: No. 9, Farewell (Forest Scenes) - Duo-Art 6161Robert Schumann, John Henry Powell, Peter Phillips
Impromptu, Op. 142, No.3 - Duca 759Franz Schubert, Moritz Mayer-Mahr, Peter Phillips
Polonaise, Op. 40, No. 1 (Military) in A Major - Welte-Mignon 2981Frédéric Chopin, Eugen d'Albert, Peter Phillips
Suite Algerienne, Op. 60,: No. 3, Reverie Du Soir (Reverie a Blida, Arr. Solo Piano by Saint-Säens)Camille Saint-Saëns, Peter Phillips
Romance in C-Sharp Minor - Welte-Mignon 1453Ernest Schelling, Peter Phillips
Silberbachlein (Silver Brooklet) Op. 254 - Dc 1445Fritz Spindler, Willy Rehberg, Peter Phillips
The Messiah: He Shall Feed His Flocks (Recitative Roll, Arr. Solo Piano by Armbruster) - Duo-Art 103305George Frideric Handel, Robert Armbruster, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 "Waldstein": I. Allegro Con Brio - Welte-Mignon 372Ludwig van Beethoven, Teresa Carreño, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 "Waldstein": II. Introduzione. Adagio Molto (-Attacca-)Ludwig van Beethoven, Teresa Carreño, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata No. 21, Op. 53 "Waldstein": III. Rondo. Allegretto Moderato - Welte-Mignon 373Ludwig van Beethoven, Teresa Carreño, Peter Phillips
Piano Sonata, Op. 53: II. Intermezzo in B-Flat MajorLudwig Theodor Schytte, Hugh Hodgson, Peter Phillips
Andante Appassionata - Duo-Art 5767Enrique Soro, Peter Phillips
Rendezvous. Gavotte - Welte-Mignon 262Wilhelm Aletter, Georg Zscherneck, Peter Phillips
Turkish Patrol, Op. 83 (Violin, Cello or Vocal Accomp) - Welte-Mignon 1544Theodor Michaelis, Edward Brightwell, Peter Phillips
Viennese Waltz (Wienerwalzer) - Welte-Mignon 2261Richard Epstein, Peter Phillips
Don Giovanni: Fantasia (Arr. Solo Piano by Liszt) - Welte-Mignon 876Franz Liszt, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emil von Sauer, Peter Phillips
Russian Songs Selections 1: Sunrise and Sunset; 2. I Will Be Happy; 3. Brown Eyes; 4. Along the Volga - Welte-Mignon 2146Anonymous, A. Pawlow, Peter Phillips
Andante and Five Variations in G Major for Piano, Four Hands, K. 501 (Tema Con Variazioni) - Duca 314Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frieda Kwast-Hodapp, Lonny Epstein, Peter Phillips