Credits:

Takako Takahashi (piano)

Description:

Commemorating the 200th anniversary of Schumann's birth! The essence of Schumann, portrayed with a gentle yet gorgeous touch by Takako Takahashi! The latest session recording by Japan's leading Chopin player, Takako Takahashi, features Robert Schumann, who was born in the same year as Chopin and also celebrated the 200th anniversary of his birth this year (2010). This is the first Schumann album for Takako Takahashi, and features two of Schumann's most famous pieces, the Kreisleriana and the Carnival, showing her newfound talent. While weaving melodies in a gentle and romantic manner, Takahashi also firmly depicts Schumann's intricate calligraphy and rhythms. The unique and humorous worldview of Schumann, who lived at the same time as Chopin, seems to come back to life. The balance between Takako Takahashi's high technique and the music is at its highest point, resulting in a superb Schumann album. The beautifully performed "Troimelai" is also included as if it were an encore. This is a supreme album by Takako Takahashi, which was released in the memorial year of Schumann. Octavia Records