Credits:

Stephen Prutsman

Description:

A Virtuoso Work of Unparalleled ExhilarationFirst up is an incredibly cool piano concerto. As it was originally composed with the intention of showcasing the performers virtuosity, the outer movements in particular burst with incredible energy and transcendent technique, making for an experience of unparalleled exhilaration. Of course, this is far from a frivolous showpiece; it is a truly magnificent work with substantial depth. Also noteworthy are the Christmas carols skillfully harmonized and contrapuntally woven together in At Christmasincluding Silent Night and All People Gather as well as the Command March, which opens with a fanfare that sounds as if a sci-fi movie is about to begin and builds the excitement to the absolute maxthese are just a few of the unusual and delightful pieces included here that are well worth noting.Naxos Japan