Credits:

Martin Ivanov

Description:

Bulgarian pianist Martin Ivanov studied at the Vienna State University of Music and has won numerous international competitions. On his debut album "Chopin: Waltzes" (GRAM99146), he fully expressed the sensitive heart of Chopin, and now he performs two collections of Schumann's music. Composed between 1837 and 1838, these collections are both works from Schumann's peak years: the death of his mother, love affair with Clara and the interference of her father, Wieck, among other experiences. These masterpieces are the fruit of his overflowing feelings for Clara in their introspective expression. Naxos Japan

Tracklisting:

1.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: I. Des Abends
2.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: II. Aufschwung
3.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: III. Warum?
4.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: IV. Grillen
5.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: V. In der Nacht
6.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: VI. Fabel
7.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: VII. Traumes Wirren
8.Fantasy Pieces (Fantasiestucke), Op. 12: VIII. Ende vom Lied
9.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: I. Markirt und kraftig
10.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: II. Ausserst rasch und mit Bravour
11.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: III. Leicht und mit Humor
12.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: IV. Ballmassig. Sehr munter
13.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: V. Rauschend und festlich
14.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: VI. Sehr lebhaft
15.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: VII. Ausserst rasch
16.Novellettes (Novelletten), Op. 21: VIII. Sehr lebhaft