Pascal Dusapin, the composer, views composing as a 'chess game against oneself,' balancing strict rules with creative solutions within self-imposed limits.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded at Studio 2 of Bayerischer Rundfunk, Munich, Germany, from January 13-15, 2025, using a Steinway D-274 piano.
Performer Biography
Wataru Hisasue, the pianist on this album, won a special prize for his interpretation of Pascal Dusapin's commissioned work at the 66th ARD International Music Competition.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Dusapin's contribution to the piano étude genre is not just about instrumental virtuosity, but also about compositional experimentation and structured study.
Compositional Technique
Dusapin's concept of 'le pli' (the fold) is central to his approach, allowing for a multiplication of compositional possibilities with musical material, especially intervallic structures.
Compositional Technique
The original titles for the first four études, such as Origami, Igra (Russian for 'game'), Tangram, and Mikado, suggest a playful dimension to the works.
Compositional Technique
Dusapin's piano études develop complex sonic structures from simple foundational elements through transformations governed by specific rules.
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