Pianist Aliya Turetayeva begins almost every day with Bach's music to be 'well-tuned' and feels connected with eternity through his works.
Performer Biography
Aliya Turetayeva, the pianist on this album, was born in Almaty, Kazakhstan, and began piano lessons at age five.
Compositional Technique
Ferruccio Busoni's transcription of Bach's Chaconne for piano is highly virtuosic and can sound like an organ and orchestra in certain sections.
Composition History
Schubert's Piano Sonata in A major, Op. posth. 120, D 664, reflects the inner world of the young composer, with a romantic mood throughout its three movements.
Composer's Artistic Vision
For pianist Aliya Turetayeva, Johann Sebastian Bach's music has always been a symbol of faith, providing strength in difficult times.
Performer Biography
Aliya Turetayeva is a prizewinner of several international competitions, including the Feurich International Competition in Vienna and the Concert Artists International Competition in New York.
Performer Biography
Aliya Turetayeva has performed at prestigious venues worldwide, including Steinway Hall in London, Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Concertgebouw Kleine Zaal.
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