Release Date: 01 January 2003
Label: Hyperion Records Ltd
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 034571173498
Genres: Classical Solo Instrumental
Description
This is the sixth disc in our ongoing Gottschalk series and the success of the project means that what we originally expected to be a few highlights discs seems likely to become the first complete recording of the composer's output for solo piano. We are now well on our way to completing the project.
Many of Gottschalk's usual hallmarks are here though most of the pieces on this disc are based on European traditions rather than showing the Latin-American influence which was also a characteristic of the composer's work. All are played by Philip Martin in his usual idiomatic style, who, by critical consent, has become the foremost exponent of Gottschalk playing today.
All of the music on this album is also available as part of the specially priced box set Gottschalk: The Complete Solo Piano Music: âThere are some fine Gottschalk albums out there, but Martinâs is the only complete survey of the composerâs works for solo piano. Not only that, he has a unique affinity for this music that shines through in every bar ⦠Martin reminds us just how consistently assured and interesting Gottschalkâs keyboard writing really is. Indeed, thatâs why I found it so easy to listen to all 109 tracks in a single day. Sensitively planned and lovingly played, this set contains some of the most varied and enchanting piano sounds imaginable ⦠a must-buy for pianophiles and LMG fans alikeâ (MusicWeb International).
Tracklisting
Mishka Rushdie Momen
The Gesualdo Six / Owain Park
Takacs Quartet
Simon Callaghan, Sinfonieorchester St Gallen
Cinquecento
Andrey Gugnin
El Leon de Oro / Peter Phillips
Piers Lane
Philip Martin
Philip Martin
Philip Martin
Philip Martin
Philip Martin
Philip Martin
Philip Martin
