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Scriabin: Complete Piano Sonatas / Yunjie Chen
Accentus Music

Scriabin: Complete Piano Sonatas / Yunjie Chen

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Details

Composer
Alexander Scriabin
Artist
Yunjie Chen
Format
CD
Label
Accentus Music
Released
Nov 29, 2024
Catalog #
ACC306391
UPC
4260234833140

About

Immerse yourself in the enigmatic beauty of Alexander Scriabin's complete piano sonatas, masterfully interpreted by the renowned pianist Yunjie Chen. This new album offers a profound journey through the introspective and mysterious soundscapes that have captivated audiences for over a century. Scriabin's sonatas, often described as "mysterious and lovely," provide an unparalleled canvas for personal and intimate expression. Yunjie Chen’s nuanced performance brings these unique pieces to life, allowing listeners to explore the deep emotional currents and the profound philosophical questions inherent in the music. Yunjie Chen’s deep connection with Scriabin's works is evident in every note, and his ability to convey the complex textures and ethereal beauty of the sonatas is extraordinary. Each performance is an invitation to a world where music transcends the ordinary, embodying Scriabin’s mystical and theosophical visions. This album is not just a collection of sonatas; it is a transformative experience. Yunjie Chen's thoughtful interpretations highlight the technical brilliance and emotional depth of Scriabin’s compositions, offering a fresh perspective on these rarely performed masterpieces.

REVIEW:

These are technically impressive interpretations of cool austerity, with a phenomenal command of dynamics and color values. In the Sonata No. 10, Chen realizes the Très doux et pur in a fascinating and exciting way that outdoes a number of interpretations by some very important pianists. This production is definitely one of the most important complete recordings of the Scriabin sonatas.

— Pizzicato

Tracklist 18 tracks

  1. Disc 1
  2. 1 I. Allegro con fuoco 10:18
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Allegro con fuoco
    Duration
    10:18
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  3. 2 II. Adagio 04:33
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Adagio
    Duration
    04:33
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  4. 3 III. Presto 03:12
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. Presto
    Duration
    03:12
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  5. 4 IV. Funebre 06:26
    Track
    4
    Title
    IV. Funebre
    Duration
    06:26
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  6. 5 Piano Sonata No. 5, Op. 53 12:01
    Track
    5
    Title
    Piano Sonata No. 5, Op. 53
    Duration
    12:01
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  7. 6 Piano Sonata No. 6 in G Major, Op. 62 10:29
    Track
    6
    Title
    Piano Sonata No. 6 in G Major, Op. 62
    Duration
    10:29
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  8. 7 Piano Sonata No. 8 in A Major, Op. 66 12:46
    Track
    7
    Title
    Piano Sonata No. 8 in A Major, Op. 66
    Duration
    12:46
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  9. Disc 2
  10. 1 I. Andante 08:03
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Andante
    Duration
    08:03
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  11. 2 II. Presto 03:49
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Presto
    Duration
    03:49
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  12. 3 I. Drammatico 06:06
    Track
    3
    Title
    I. Drammatico
    Duration
    06:06
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  13. 4 II. Allegretto 02:17
    Track
    4
    Title
    II. Allegretto
    Duration
    02:17
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  14. 5 III. Andante 04:06
    Track
    5
    Title
    III. Andante
    Duration
    04:06
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  15. 6 IV. Presto con fuoco 05:19
    Track
    6
    Title
    IV. Presto con fuoco
    Duration
    05:19
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  16. 7 I. Andante 02:56
    Track
    7
    Title
    I. Andante
    Duration
    02:56
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  17. 8 II. Prestissimo volando 04:49
    Track
    8
    Title
    II. Prestissimo volando
    Duration
    04:49
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  18. 9 Piano Sonata No. 7, Op. 64, "White Mass" 11:47
    Track
    9
    Title
    Piano Sonata No. 7, Op. 64, "White Mass"
    Duration
    11:47
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  19. 10 Piano Sonata No. 9 in F Major, Op. 68, "Black Mass" 06:54
    Track
    10
    Title
    Piano Sonata No. 9 in F Major, Op. 68, "Black Mass"
    Duration
    06:54
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen
  20. 11 Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 70 12:07
    Track
    11
    Title
    Piano Sonata No. 10 in C Major, Op. 70
    Duration
    12:07
    Composer
    Alexander Scriabin
    Performer
    Yunjie Chen