The Romantic Piano Concerto - 44: Melcer
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Label: Hyperion - Romantic Piano Concertos
Cat No: CDA67630
Format: CD
Number of Discs: 1
Genre: Orchestral
Release Date: 2nd January 2008
Contents
Artists
Jonathan Plowright (piano)BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Conductor
Christoph KonigWorks
Piano Concerto no.1 in E minorPiano Concerto no.2 in C minor
Artists
Jonathan Plowright (piano)BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Conductor
Christoph KonigAbout
The first concerto is written in the style of Liszt and Chopin, and is notable particularly for its thrilling finale which is marked by its strong Polish character: starting as a mazurka, the accelerando through the movement increases the excitement of the piece, giving it the frenzy of a kujawiak or oberek.
The second concerto was also appreciated by contemporary critics for its imaginative use of Polish themes: one reviewer writes of 'themes full of expression in Polish character that are developed so splendidly and broadly that they leave us enraptured … an unforgettable impression remains after hearing the Concerto’. This work demands particular technical virtuosity, versatility and stamina on the part of the pianist, who is playing almost continuously.
Jonathan Plowright is a keen advocate of the Polish Romantic repertoire and has recorded music by Paderewski and Stojowski for Hyperion—recordings which have received widespread critical acclaim.
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