Luciano Berio's references to Scarlatti and JÃ¶rg Widmann's homage to Schubert are contrasted by Andrea Lucchesini with original works of the two earlier composers, weaving both original and reference into a new whole. Prominent modern-day composers cultivate a relationship with historical compositional styles, bringing to light innovations and divergences as well as a continuation of and indebtedness to the past. Berio and Widmann are both closely involved with this new recording: Lucchesini and Berio enjoyed a close personal relationship during the composer's lifetime, while JÃ¶rg Widmann wrote a text for the new production and is also connected to Andrea Lucchesini. Andrea Lucchesini is one of the leading Italian pianists of our day. His triumph at the Dino Ciani International Competition at a young age marked the beginning of his international concert career. He has since performed all over the world with leading orchestras under renowned conductors as well as in solo recitals. His primary interest lies in contemporary music. Berio's Echoing Curves was premiered by Lucchesini, and he was also involved in the composition of the Sonata, Berio's last work for solo piano. Since 1990 the pianist has increasingly devoted himself to chamber music as well, performing in many different instrumental combinations and particularly in close collaboration with the cellist Mario Brunello and the Quartetto di Cremona.

Tracklist:

Sonata In D Major, K 491
6 Encores For Piano: I. Brin
6 Encores For Piano: II. Leaf
Sonata In G Major, K 454
6 Encores For Piano: IV. Erdenklavier
Sonata In F Minor, K 239
6 Encores For Piano: III. Wasserklavier
Sonata In F Minor, K 466
6 Encores For Piano: V. Luftklavier
Sonata In A Major, K 342
6 Encores For Piano: VI. Feuerklavier
Sonata In G Major, K 146
Moments Musicaux, D 780: I. Moderato
Idyll And Abyss. Six Schubert Reminiscences For Piano: I. Irreal, Von Fern
Moments Musicaux, D 780: II. Andantino
Idyll And Abyss. Six Schubert Reminiscences For Piano: II. Allegretto, Un Poco Agitato
Moments Musicaux, D 780: III. Air Russe
Idyll And Abyss. Six Schubert Reminiscences For Piano: III. Wie Eine Spieluhr
Idyll And Abyss. Six Schubert Reminiscences For Piano: IV. Scherzando
Moments Musicaux, D 780: IV. Moderato
Idyll And Abyss. Six Schubert Reminiscences For Piano: V. ♩ ≈ 50
Moments Musicaux, D 780: V. Allegro Vivace
Idyll And Abyss. Six Schubert Reminiscences For Piano: VI. Traurig, Desolat
Moments Musicaux, D 780: VI. Plaintes D'un Troubadour

UPC: 4022143977045
Label: Audite
Release Date: 9.7.18
Format: CD

Andrea Lucchesini - Dialogues (CD)