Unique to the current catalogue, a keyboard-only version of six attractive suites by the perennially under-rated Telemann, and played with tremendous verve by an experienced specialist in Baroque keyboard masterpieces.
This live performance took place during the AEVEA IPC (II/2020, onclassical.com/app/) and was recorded as HD/24-bits by producer and engineer Alessandro Simonetto by using 8 (eight) Bruel & Kjaeer and Neumann microphones. These recordings are part of the Aevea Piano Prize, and their sale are important in order to support future editions of the competition.
This CD is possibly my favorite of all which I own. Kissin's technical prowess rivals that of pianists twice his age, yet it is neither age nor technique that sets him apart from his peers, but his unmatched sensitivity and insight. This is musicianship of the very highest caliber. Kissin has a special affinity for Chopin. His very natural touch and "declamation" sound like what one must imagine Chopin, himself, must have played.
We are proud to present this live recording, captured at the historical Sala Maffeiana in Verona - a hall with extraordinary natural acoustics, visited 250 years ago by Mozart. There, Russian pianist Alexander Lubyantsev performed two entire recitals behind closed doors, with only the recording personnel present (the second recital, entirely dedicated to Franz Liszt, will be released soon by OnClassical). Both recitals are presented in their unedited version. Mr. Lubyantsev has distinguished himself in remarkable performances at the legendary Tchaikovsky Competition. His playing is known for its distinct character, remarkable virtuosity, and unique sound.
Born in Italy in 2001, Elia Cecino began his studies at 9 with prof. Maddalena De Facci and at 17 graduated 'Summa cum Laude' at Cesena Conservatory as a private student. In 2020 he achieved the Specialization Diploma of the Accademia del Ridotto di Stradella with Andrzej Jasinski and he is now studying with Eliso Virsaladze at the Scuola di Musica di Fiesole.