Release Date: 13 November 2020
Label: Grand Piano
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 747313984527
Genres: Classical Solo Instrumental
Composer/Series: An Armenian Palette
Description
This selection of Armenian piano music reflects the national characteristics, influences and technical developments of its composers over a 70-year period. The colourful dance element spiced with Armenian modes that is so distinctive is contrasted by Tigran Mansurian’s courageous avant-garde Three Pieces from 1971. The Armenian ‘Mighty Handful’ are represented by quintessential works by Mirzoian and Sarian, while several world première recordings expand an appreciation of the national style’s variety and versatility with music couched in ethereal depth and lyric virtuosity. HAYK MELIKYAN is recognised internationally by classical music audiences and critics alike as one of Armenia’s most versatile and imaginative musicians and among today’s most engaging virtuoso pianists. He studied at the Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan and leads an active concert life. Melikyan is a laureate of numerous international piano competitions, including the Orléans Concours International and the IBLA Grand Prize. In 2013, he received the title of Honoured Artist of the Republic of Armenia.
Goran Filipec
Walker
Solovieva/Korostelyov
Nicolas Horvath
Nicholas Walker
Nicholas Walker
Mikael Ayrapetyan
Melikyan
