This album features a selection of Edvard Grieg's piano works, highlighting his significant contribution to Nordic keyboard music. Grieg’s unique harmonic language and melodic style, influenced by Norwegian folk traditions, helped shape his reputation as one of Scandinavia’s foremost composers.
Included in the recording are his famous *Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16*, a Romantic masterpiece filled with lyrical themes and virtuosic passages, and a selection of *Lyric Pieces*, which showcase his ability to craft deeply expressive miniatures. Also featured are *Ballade in G minor, Op. 24*, a set of variations on a Norwegian folk song, and his arrangements of Norwegian dances and folk tunes, emphasizing his strong nationalistic identity.
Grieg’s influence extended beyond Norway, inspiring composers such as Debussy and Bartók. This album presents a comprehensive picture of his piano music, demonstrating both his deep connection to folk traditions and his innovative harmonic approach.
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