The history of writing music for the piano is linked to the creation, in 1711, of the prototype of the present day piano and to it's evolution from the pianoforte- an instrument suited for salon music-making- to the modern concert grand. The tradition of home music-making dates back therefore to the middle of the 18th century, with piano-playing for four hands very soon becoming it's all important element. This gave rise to the development of a repertoire that lent itself to arrangement and performances in such a chamber environment. Compositions of this type had already been penned by Johann Christian Bach, Joseph Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. By the end of the 18th century, compositions for piano four hands had achieved extraordinary popularity. However, only a small amount of the output by Polish composers was published. Thanks to the interest of present-day Polish publishers these forgotten pieces, several of which are presented here, can now be enjoyed by performers and enthusiasts alike.

Tracklist:

Grand Valse In F Major
Variations On A Theme Of Moore
Andante Con Variazioni, Op. 15
Divertissement À La Polonaise, Op. 12: I. Andante
Divertissement À La Polonaise, Op. 12: II. Allegro, Ma Non Troppo
Coronation Polonaise In D Major
Album Tatrzanskie, Op. 12: No. 1, Allegro Con Brio
Album Tatrzanskie, Op. 12: No. 2, Andantino Molto Espressivo
Album Tatrzanskie, Op. 12: No. 3, Allegro Con Moto
Album Tatrzanskie, Op. 12: No. 4, Allegro Maestoso
Album Tatrzanskie, Op. 12: No. 5, Allegretto. Andantino Quasi Allegretto
Album Tatrzanskie, Op. 12: No. 6, Allegro Ma Non Troppo

UPC: 5902547014333
Label: Dux Recording Prod.
Release Date: 4.20.18
Format: CD

Chopin / Liszewska - Forgotten Polish Piano Music for Four Hands (CD)