Embark on a captivating journey through the centuries with Thierry De Brunhoff's "Le piano d'Ulysse - De Haendel à Debussy," a meticulously crafted classical piano album set to release on April 16, 2025, under Warner Classics. This 44-minute collection showcases De Brunhoff's virtuosity and versatility, featuring 17 exquisite tracks that span from the Baroque elegance of Handel to the impressionistic nuances of Debussy.
The album opens with Handel's "Keyboard Suite No. 5 in E Major," setting a refined tone that seamlessly transitions into the playful "Le coucou" by Daquin. De Brunhoff's interpretation of Couperin's "Sœur Monique" is a highlight, showcasing his ability to bring historical works to life with modern sensibility. The album also includes beloved pieces like Mozart's "Alla Turca" and Chopin's "Minute Waltz," each rendered with De Brunhoff's distinctive touch.
Schumann's "Fröhlicher Landmann" and "Vogel als Prophet" offer a glimpse into the composer's lyrical genius, while Mendelssohn's "Spinner's Song" and Fauré's "Berceuse" add a touch of whimsy and tenderness. The album concludes with Debussy's enchanting "Clair de lune" and the playful "Golliwog's Cake-Walk," leaving the audience with a sense of wonder and delight.
Thierry De Brunhoff's "Le piano d'Ulysse - De Haendel à Debussy" is not just a collection of classical pieces but a testament to the enduring power of piano music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
Tracks
Handel: Keyboard Suite No. 5 in E Major, HWV 430: IV. Air and Variations "The Harmonious Blacksmith"George Frideric Handel, Thierry De Brunhoff
Daquin: Livre de pièces de clavecin, Suite No. 3: Le coucouLouis-Claude Daquin, Thierry De Brunhoff
Couperin: Troisième livre de pièces de clavecin, Dix-huitième ordre: III. Sœur MoniqueFrançois Couperin, Thierry De Brunhoff
Mozart: La tartine de beurreWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Thierry De Brunhoff
Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 11 in A Major, K. 331 "Alla Turca": III. Allegretto. Turkish MarchWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Thierry De Brunhoff
Beethoven: 6 Écossaises, WoO 83Ludwig van Beethoven, Thierry De Brunhoff
Schubert: 6 Moments musicaux, Op. 94, D. 780: No. 3 in F MinorFranz Schubert, Thierry De Brunhoff
Chopin: Waltz No. 6 in D-Flat Major, Op. 64 No. 1 "Minute Waltz"Frédéric Chopin, Thierry De Brunhoff
Schumann: Album für die Jungend, Op. 68: No. 10, Fröhlicher Landmann, von der Arbeit zurückkehrendRobert Schumann, Thierry De Brunhoff
Schumann: Waldszenen, Op. 82: No. 7, Vogel als ProphetRobert Schumann, Thierry De Brunhoff
Mendelssohn: Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 4, Presto, MWV U182 "Spinner's Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Thierry De Brunhoff
Fauré: Dolly Suite Op. 56: No. 1, Berceuse (Arr. Cortot for Solo Piano)Gabriel Fauré, Thierry De Brunhoff
Ravel: Ma mère l'Oye, M. 60: No. 5, Laideronnette, impératrice des pagodes (Arr. Charlot for Solo Piano)Maurice Ravel, Thierry De Brunhoff
Rachmaninov: 5 morceaux de fantaisie, Op. 3: No. 4, PolichinelleSergei Rachmaninoff, Thierry De Brunhoff
Bartók: Mikrokosmos, Sz. 107, Book VI: No. 142, From the Diary of a FlyBéla Bartók, Thierry De Brunhoff
Debussy: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: No. 3, Clair de luneClaude Debussy, Thierry De Brunhoff
Debussy: Children's Corner, CD 119, L. 113: No. 6, Golliwog's Cake-WalkClaude Debussy, Thierry De Brunhoff
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