Michael Korstick's performance of Debussy's Pour le Piano at a student recital led to a critic proclaiming the 'discovery of a pianistic talent' and a 'born virtuoso'.
Compositional Technique
Debussy intentionally omitted fingering and pedaling indications from his Études, arguing that every pianist's hand is different and that admired harpsichordists like Couperin and Rameau never noted such details.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Debussy dedicated his Études to the memory of Frédéric Chopin, though he initially considered dedicating them to Couperin.
Performer Biography
Michael Korstick, the pianist on this album, began his infatuation with Debussy's music at age 15, when his teacher chose Debussy's Suite Pour le Piano as his first major solo piece.
Performer Biography
Michael Korstick studied with notable figures such as Hans Leygraf, Tatiana Nikolaieva, and Sascha Gorodnitzki at The Juilliard School in New York City.
Composition History
Debussy's Études were inspired by his work editing Chopin's Études for his publisher Durand in 1915.
Performer Biography
Michael Korstick is known for his extensive repertoire, including 110 piano concertos and solo works from all periods, and has championed lesser-known works.
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