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Nostos

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Details

Composer
Alexis Ciesla, Pedro Iturralde, Mathieu Lussier, Fazil Say
Artist
Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
Format
CD
Label
Leaf Music
Released
Jul 31, 2026
Catalog #
LM306
UPC
3191684112121

About

Saxophonist Clio Theodoridis and pianist Jonathan Nemtanu present their debut album, Nostos, named after the ancient Greek word for "return" or "homecoming." The album traces a musical and personal odyssey shaped by movement between cultures, places, and musical traditions. From Suite hellenique by Pedro Iturralde, rooted in Greek heritage and Mediterranean colour, to Recit et Lied, Op. 31 by Canadian composer Mathieu Lussier, the program reflects a life lived between past and present, departure and arrival. Works by Fazil Say, Suite for Saxophone and Piano, Op. 55, and Alexis Ciesla, Ocres rouges, further occupy musical crossroads between East and West, tradition and innovation, forming a cohesive program that highlights the expressive range of the saxophone-piano duo. Born in Athens and now based in Quebec, Clio Theodoridis is recognized for the finesse and depth of her playing across the classical saxophone repertoire. Pianist Jonathan Nemtanu combines an active career as a chamber musician with cultural leadership, and is noted for his musical dialogue and artistic vision. Together, they perform as Duo Aster.

Tracklist 16 tracks

  1. 1 I. Allegro impetuoso 01:49
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Allegro impetuoso
    Duration
    01:49
    Composer
    Alexis Ciesla
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  2. 2 II. Andante - Meditativo 04:02
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Andante - Meditativo
    Duration
    04:02
    Composer
    Alexis Ciesla
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  3. 3 III. Allegro rythmico 02:05
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. Allegro rythmico
    Duration
    02:05
    Composer
    Alexis Ciesla
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  4. 4 IV. Moderato 03:24
    Track
    4
    Title
    IV. Moderato
    Duration
    03:24
    Composer
    Alexis Ciesla
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  5. 5 V. Allegro con fuoco 02:53
    Track
    5
    Title
    V. Allegro con fuoco
    Duration
    02:53
    Composer
    Alexis Ciesla
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  6. 6 I. Allegro 04:36
    Track
    6
    Title
    I. Allegro
    Duration
    04:36
    Composer
    Fazıl Say
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  7. 7 II. Andante 05:40
    Track
    7
    Title
    II. Andante
    Duration
    05:40
    Composer
    Fazıl Say
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  8. 8 III. Presto 03:16
    Track
    8
    Title
    III. Presto
    Duration
    03:16
    Composer
    Fazıl Say
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  9. 9 IV. Ironic 02:02
    Track
    9
    Title
    IV. Ironic
    Duration
    02:02
    Composer
    Fazıl Say
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  10. 10 V. Andantino, quasi lullaby 04:10
    Track
    10
    Title
    V. Andantino, quasi lullaby
    Duration
    04:10
    Composer
    Fazıl Say
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  11. 11 VI. Finale: Presto 03:32
    Track
    11
    Title
    VI. Finale: Presto
    Duration
    03:32
    Composer
    Fazıl Say
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  12. 12 Recit et Lied, Op. 31 07:38
    Track
    12
    Title
    Recit et Lied, Op. 31
    Duration
    07:38
    Composer
    Mathieu Lussier
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  13. 13 I. Kalamatianos 01:14
    Track
    13
    Title
    I. Kalamatianos
    Duration
    01:14
    Composer
    Pedro Iturralde
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  14. 14 II. Funky 01:44
    Track
    14
    Title
    II. Funky
    Duration
    01:44
    Composer
    Pedro Iturralde
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  15. 15 III. Valse 02:24
    Track
    15
    Title
    III. Valse
    Duration
    02:24
    Composer
    Pedro Iturralde
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu
  16. 16 IV. Kritis 01:23
    Track
    16
    Title
    IV. Kritis
    Duration
    01:23
    Composer
    Pedro Iturralde
    Performer
    Clio Theodoridis, Jonathan Nemtanu