Since childhood, Michael Brown has been inspired by composers who were also tremendous pianists and it has been his life's passion to explore both of these disciplines. While the list of musicians who fall into this category is long, three of the greatest composer-pianists include Ludwig van Beethoven, Felix Mendelssohn, and Leonard Bernstein, whose works are included in this album. Not only did these artists approach music from this dual perspective of a composer and performer, but their compositional craft was undoubtedly influenced by their relationship to the piano. Their music continues to surprise and exhilarate. Also, included are works by Michael Brown. Equally acclaimed as a pianist and composer, Michael Brown has been described as "one of the most refined of all pianist-composers" (International Piano) and "one of the leading figures in the current renaissance of performer-composers" (The New York Times). His unique artistry is reflected in his creative approach to programming that often interweaves the classics with contemporary works and his own compositions.

Tracklist:

6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Prelude No. 1 In E Minor, Mwv U 116
6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Fugue No. 1 In E Minor, Mwv U 66
6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Prelude No. 2 In D Major, Mwv U 129
6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Fugue No. 2 In D Major, Mwv U 105
6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Prelude No. 3 In B Minor, Mwv U 131
6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Fugue No. 3 In B Minor, Mwv U 91
6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Prelude No. 6 In B-Flat Major, Mwv U 135
6 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 35: Fugue No. 6 In B-Flat Major, Mwv U 128
Touches
Piano Suite: II. Chant
Piano Suite: III. Fugue
Thoughts
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Introduzione Col Basso Del Tema. Allegretto Viv
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 1, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 2, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 3, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 4, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 5, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 6, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 7, Canone All'ottava
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 8, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 9, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 10, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 11, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 12, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 13, -
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 14, Minore
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Var. 15, Maggiore
15 Variations & Fugue In E-Flat Major, Op. 35 "Eroica Variations": Finale Alla Fuga. Allegro Conbrio

UPC: 5060216346267
Label: First Hand
Release Date: 4.6.18
Format: CD

Beethoven / Brown - Preludes & Fugues 35 (CD)