Piano music by Agathe Backer Grøndahl
Catalog Number: BIS1106
- 6 Études de Concert composées pour piano, Op.11
- 1. No. 1 in B flat minor
- 2. No. 2 in D flat major
- 3. No. 3 in G minor
- 4. No. 4 in B flat major
- 5. No. 5 in E flat major
- 6. No. 6 in A major
- Trois morceaux (Three pieces) for piano, Op.15
- 7. No. 1. Serenade (F major)
- 8. No. 2. Au bal (D flat major)
- 9. No. 3. Humoresque (G minor)
- Fire Skizzer (Four Sketches) for piano, Op.19
- 10. No. 1. Allegretto leggiero (C major)
- 11. No. 2. Allegretto leggiero (A flat major)
- 12. No. 3. Allegretto semplice (A minor)
- 13. No. 4. Allegretto grazioso (A flat major)
- Suite, Op.20
- 14. I. Prélude
- 15. II. Nocturne
- 16. III. Gavotte
- 17. IV. Menuet
- 18. V. Scherzo
- Tre Etyder (Three Études), Op.22
- 19. No. 1. Allegro leggiero (A flat major)
- 20. No. 2. ʻAu rouet’. Allegro (D major)
- 21. No. 3. Allegro agitato (D minor)
Penguin Guide: 3 stars.
The album presents the works of Agathe Backer Grøndahl, a pioneering Norwegian composer and pianist of the 19th century, known for her significant contributions to Norwegian music alongside figures like Edvard Grieg.
The album showcases her piano compositions, including études, sketches, and suites, highlighting her mastery in blending lyrical beauty with technical brilliance.
These pieces reflect her deep understanding of the piano's expressive capabilities and her ability to convey both delicate emotions and powerful drama.
Performed by Geir Henning Braaten, the recordings capture the essence of Grøndahl's artistry.
Made in Sweden since 1999. In collaboration with Textalk.
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