Steven Masi - Ballades and Other Musings (2024) [Hi-Res]

Tracklist

01. Impromptu No.3 in G Flat Major, Op.51
02. 12 Etudes, L. 136 No. 4: Pour les Sixtes
03. Berceuse in D Flat Major, op. 57
04. 12 Etudes, L. 136 No. 2: Pour les Tierces
05. Prelude in C Sharp Minor, Op.45
06. Prelude (1999)
07. 12 Etudes, L. 136 No. 3: Pour les Quartes
08. Ballade No.4 in F Minor, Op. 52
09. Ballade, L. 70
10. Ballade (in homage to Chopin and Debussy, 2001)
11. Scherzo No. 4 in E Major, Op. 54

American concert pianist Steven Masi explores the depths of Romantic and Impressionist piano literature on BALLADES & OTHER MUSINGS. Emotive, evocative, and deeply stirring, Masi uncovers previously unheard nuances in both Chopin and Debussy, as well as in their contemporary colleague, Sarah Kirkland Snider, whose musical language seamlessly blends with that of her predecessors.

The precision in Masi’s performance is breathtaking. It lends an extraordinary clarity to works that are, by their inherent nature, wayward and exalted. Still, generous rubato and creativity in pedaling shine in this program, as does Masi’s crystal-clear tone.

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