This selection of Armenian piano music reflects the national characteristics, influences and technical developments of it's composers over a 70-year period. The colourful dance element spiced with Armenian modes that is so distinctive is contrasted by Tigran Mansurian's courageous avant-garde Three Pieces from 1971. The Armenian 'Mighty Handful' are represented by quintessential works by Mirzoian and Sarian, while several world premiÃ¨re recordings expand an appreciation of the national style's variety and versatility with music couched in ethereal depth and lyric virtuosity. HAYK MELIKYAN is recognised internationally by classical music audiences and critics alike as one of Armenia's most versatile and imaginative musicians and among today's most engaging virtuoso pianists. He studied at the Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan and leads an active concert life. Melikyan is a laureate of numerous international piano competitions, including the OrlÃ©ans Concours International and the IBLA Grand Prize. In 2013, he received the title of Honored Artist of the Republic of Armenia. His solo album Arutiunian: Complete Piano Works (GP718) received The Best Classical Album prize at the annual 2018 Swallow Music Awards in Armenia. Hayk Melikyan has given premiÃ¨res of numerous works by contemporary composers and a number of pieces have been specially written for him

Tracklist:

6 Preludes: No. 1, Andante
6 Preludes: No. 2, Allegro Grazioso
6 Preludes: No. 3, Adagio Con Duolo
6 Preludes: No. 4, Allegro Grazioso
6 Preludes: No. 5, Andante Pastorale
6 Preludes: No. 6, Allegro
Theme With Variations For Piano
Dance For Piano
Grandfather's Clock
3 Postludes: No. 1, Maestoso
3 Postludes: No. 2, Andantino Recitando
3 Postludes: No. 3, Tempo Marciale
Poem For Piano
Album For A Granddaughter: I. Morning
Album For A Granddaughter: II. Mariam
Album For A Granddaughter: III. Meditation
Album For A Granddaughter: IV. Play
Album For A Granddaughter: V. Sad Waltz
Album For A Granddaughter: VI. Toccatina
Epitaph For Piano
Piano Sonata "Dedication To Komitas": I. Largo E Rubato
Piano Sonata "Dedication To Komitas": II. Allegro
3 Pieces: No. 1, -
3 Pieces: No. 2, -
3 Pieces: No. 3, Largo

UPC: 747313984527
Label: Grand Piano
Release Date: 11.13.20
Format: CD

An Armenian Palette / Various - An Armenian Palette (CD)