Dimitris Anousis, composer, pianist, arranger and manager of “AN ART ARTISTRY”, has recorded a magnificent disc entitled “When a pianist goes to the Opera”. This album is a collection of highly interesting, virtuoso 19th-century piano transcriptions by composers such as Hummel, Liszt, Raff, Thalberg and Smith. These transcriptions are based on well-known and popular musical themes from operas by Mozart, Verdi, Bellini, Wagner and Bizet.
Here are details of the works included on this album:
- Johann Nepomuk Hummel: Known for his virtuoso transcriptions, Hummel brings a new dimension to operatic works with his detailed, expressive arrangements
- Franz Liszt: A master transcriber, Liszt captures the dramatic and emotional essence of opera with technical and musical mastery.
- Joseph Joachim Raff: Raff transforms operatic themes into complex, challenging piano pieces, revealing a unique musical depth.
- Sigismond Thalberg: With his distinctive approach, Thalberg creates transcriptions that showcase the pianist’s virtuosity while respecting the original work.
- Sydney Smith: Smith brings a personal touch to transcriptions, with interpretations that combine technique and sensitivity.
I hope you will be interested to listen this excellent CD.
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