Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical piano with Brigitte Engerer's "Rêve d'amour," a captivating album released in January 2003 under the Mirare label. This exquisite collection, spanning a total of 1 hour and 7 minutes, features 19 meticulously selected tracks that showcase Engerer's virtuosity and deep connection with the piano.
The album opens with the title track, "Rêve d'amour," setting a romantic and dreamy tone that carries throughout the collection. Engerer's interpretation of Franz Liszt's works, such as "Consolation No. 3" and the dramatic "Etude in C Minor 'Revolutionary,'" demonstrates her technical prowess and expressive range. The album also includes beautiful pieces by other renowned composers, such as Robert Schumann's "Kinderszenen" and Frédéric Chopin's "Nocturne en Ut Dièse Mineur."
Recorded in November 2003, "Rêve d'amour" is a testament to Engerer's artistry and her ability to breathe new life into both familiar and lesser-known works. The album's cover art, featuring Adolf von Menzel's painting "Emilie Menzel endormie," adds a visual dimension to the musical journey, inviting listeners to lose themselves in the world of classical piano.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Rêve d'amour" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Brigitte Engerer's masterful performances and the carefully curated selection of pieces make this album a standout in the world of classical piano recordings.
2003 Mirare2003 Mirare
Tracks
Rêve d'amourFranz Liszt, Brigitte Engerer
Carnaval, Op. 9: XI. Clarina - XII. ChopinRobert Schumann, Brigitte Engerer
Nocturne en Ut Dièse Mineur, Op. PosthumeFrédéric Chopin, Brigitte Engerer
Waldszenen, Op. 82: VII. Vogel als ProphetRobert Schumann, Brigitte Engerer
6 Lieder, Op. 23: III. Geheimes Flüstern (Arr. Liszt, S. 569/10)Clara Schumann, Brigitte Engerer
Consolation No. 3, S. 172/3Franz Liszt, Brigitte Engerer
Twelve etudes, Op. 10: XII. Etude in C Minor "Revolutionary"Frédéric Chopin, Brigitte Engerer
Romances sans paroles, Op. 19: VI. Andante sostenuto "Venetianisches Gondellied", MWV U78Felix Mendelssohn, Brigitte Engerer
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 2, Op. 30: VI. Allegretto tranquillo "Venetianisches Gondellied", MWV U110Felix Mendelssohn, Brigitte Engerer