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Rubinstein: Piano Music / Sergio Gallo
Naxos

Rubinstein: Piano Music / Sergio Gallo

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Composer
Anton Rubinstein
Artist
Sergio Gallo
Format
CD
Label
Naxos
Released
Dec 02, 2022
Catalog #
8574300
UPC
747313430079

About

The collection of pieces by Anton Rubinstein is a mini-treasure trove. Delicate, tasteful and irresistible.

Anton Rubinstein has occupied an uneasy place in the history of Russian music, largely because of his Jewish origins, which led some to write him off, and the related perception of him as a ‘German in Russia’. In recent years his solo piano music has begun to be re-evaluated. This album focuses on the series of works written in the mid-1850s and reveals music of charm and flair. The Three Pieces, Op. 16 are conventional in form but attractive, and the Two Pieces, Op. 28 contain a strongly contrasted Nocturne and Caprice. More ambitious, and intended to be performed in his concert repertoire as one of the greatest virtuosos of the age, are the Six Pieces, Op. 51.

REVIEW:

Noted Brazilian, Steinway artist Sergio Gallo concentrates his effort on the Romantic era. One can hear his connection to these pieces, filled with ardor and efficiency: a delicate edging, yet mighty in pockets of dramatic regale. Each of the pieces inside opus 16 “sing” beautifully and contain delightful swells of pitches and turns, suffused by lyrical freedom.

A caprice, in the most literal term, directly translates into unexpected twists and turns. Certainly so, as there is much more tension inside the Three Caprices. Each of the three movements is independent yet totally connected. M. Gallo’s performance is beautifully nuanced, nudging notes where needed, yet retrenching where critically needed.

The opening “Nocturne” inside Two Pieces has strong lines into Frédéric Chopin, yet Rubinstein’s composition is more restrained and bold within. But there’s a beautiful contrast which Rubinstein chose to compose in the segue “Caprice”: undoubtedly, it is fresh with mild hints of flittering deviousness. Catapults are brisk, unannounced, and filled with delightful enclaves of devilish delight, and the closing denouement is understated yet ravishing. Smooth and sleek in parts, Sergio Gallo gives a spectacular reading of this highly vivacious and spirited œuvre.

Open the capsule of case studies as we turn to the Six Pieces with its journey inside a range of mild emotions. Sergio Gallo takes a dignified and thoughtful stance into these characterizations, each one eliciting precious thoughts and careful reflections. Nothing harsh hits the ear, so a 6-term journey through reflections is spectacular! Sergio Gallo exquisitely unfolds the thoughts with delicate discernment. Brilliant.

The collection of pieces by Anton Rubinstein is a mini-treasure trove. Delicate, tasteful and irresistible.

-- ConcertoNet.com (Christie Grimstad)

Tracklist 14 tracks

  1. 1 No. 1. Impromptu 04:09
    Track
    1
    Title
    No. 1. Impromptu
    Duration
    04:09
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  2. 2 No. 2. Berceuse 05:27
    Track
    2
    Title
    No. 2. Berceuse
    Duration
    05:27
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  3. 3 No. 3. Serenade 06:14
    Track
    3
    Title
    No. 3. Serenade
    Duration
    06:14
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  4. 4 No. 1. Allegretto scherzando 02:39
    Track
    4
    Title
    No. 1. Allegretto scherzando
    Duration
    02:39
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  5. 5 No. 2. Allegro 05:39
    Track
    5
    Title
    No. 2. Allegro
    Duration
    05:39
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  6. 6 No. 3. Allegro risoluto - Andante - Tempo I 04:43
    Track
    6
    Title
    No. 3. Allegro risoluto - Andante - Tempo I
    Duration
    04:43
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  7. 7 No 1. Nocturne 05:19
    Track
    7
    Title
    No 1. Nocturne
    Duration
    05:19
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  8. 8 No 2. Caprice 07:58
    Track
    8
    Title
    No 2. Caprice
    Duration
    07:58
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  9. 9 No. 1. Mélancholie 05:35
    Track
    9
    Title
    No. 1. Mélancholie
    Duration
    05:35
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  10. 10 No. 2. Enjouement 05:06
    Track
    10
    Title
    No. 2. Enjouement
    Duration
    05:06
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  11. 11 No. 3. Rêverie 05:53
    Track
    11
    Title
    No. 3. Rêverie
    Duration
    05:53
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  12. 12 No. 4. Caprice 03:23
    Track
    12
    Title
    No. 4. Caprice
    Duration
    03:23
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  13. 13 No. 5. Passion 05:29
    Track
    13
    Title
    No. 5. Passion
    Duration
    05:29
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo
  14. 14 No. 6. Coquetterie 04:36
    Track
    14
    Title
    No. 6. Coquetterie
    Duration
    04:36
    Composer
    Anton Rubinstein
    Performer
    Sergio Gallo