Release Date: 13 January 2017
Label: MDG
Packaging Type: Super Jewel Case (SACD)
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 760623193663
Genres: Classical Solo Instrumental
Description
On this challenging debut disc the young Chinese pianist Yubo Zhou introduces herself to the listening public with Frédéric Chopin’s 24 Préludes. It goes without saying that
this prizewinner at many international competitions has the technical mastery required to perform these extremely difficult miniatures.
But there is more: her fine feel for romantic poetry and the often intimate charm of these mostly very short works will make even experienced Chopin enthusiasts sit up and take
special notice. Chopin’s third piano sonata – and– honoring her native China – “Night Alley” by Ping Gao perfectly round off this uncommonly attractive programme.
Yubo Zhou chose Gao’s “Night Alley” with very careful thought. The work produces an absolutely magical atmosphere full of dynamic contrasts and abrupt shifts of color; the grand piano resonates and vibrates with percussive individual tones and chords.
This all-around fascinating debut album by China’s youngest
piano professor of course is presented in MDG’s hallmark three-dimensional sound on SACD.
Tracklisting
Andrzej Szadejko, Agnieszka Budzinska-Bennett, Cracow Singers
Lea Suter
Wolfgang Sawallisch, Leopolder-Quartett, Munchner Klaviertrio
Various Artists
Holger Falk, Steffen Schleiermacher
Leipzig String Quartet
Chimaera Trio
Consort of Musicke, Emma Kirkby, Anthony Rooley
Yubo Zhou
