The American pianist Yvar Mikhashoff commissioned 127 of the world's leading composers to write tangos for him. Between 1983 and 1991 he received an eclectic, stylistically varied range of works that offer a unique body of contemporary tango music for the piano. Tango's origin was in the waltz and mazurka but has long embraced jazz and even electronic music. In this unique collection the span is international and individual, ranging from traditional evocations to include the twelve-tone approach of Milton Babbitt, the minimalism of Tom Johnson, and the very personal voice of Michael Nyman. Having commenced her international career at the age of eleven, Hanna Shybayeva has transformed from being a 'child prodigy' to the mature and exciting musician she is today. Her playing has been praised by both the public and the press for her deep musical interpretations, captivating energy, a great sense of form and a rich colour palette. Devoted to music in every form, Hanna enjoys her solo performances as much as being a partner in both chamber and vocal music.

Tracklist:

Incitation To Desire (Version For Piano)
Tango (Ms. Jackson Dances For The People)
Tango For Yvar
Tango
Steptangle
Tangoblique
¿y Ahora?
Fromage Dangereux
A Neat Slice Of Tango
Tango No Tango
Tango-Variations
Tango
Tango
It Takes 12 To Tango
Thorn-Torn Lips
Tango À Deux
Tango, Op. 61
Libertango (Arr. H. Shybayeva For Piano)

UPC: 747313979424
Label: Grand Piano
Release Date: 4.12.19
Format: CD

Aharonian / Shybayeva - Tangos for Yvar (CD)