Don't Forget Beethoven: Piano Fantasies Inspired by Beethoven's Symphonies
7/6/2018, 18 Tracks, 1:51:59
Featuring
Galina Vracheva
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Recording & Production
During the four days of recording, the pianist Galina Vracheva had a continuous fever and could not sleep well, with her husband applying ice packs.
Interpretation
Galina Vracheva's piano fantasies were spontaneously composed in the studio, without consulting scores or piano reductions, to allow for unrestrained expression.
Performer Biography
Galina Vracheva, the pianist, is known for her improvised cadenzas in piano concertos and instant compositions based on audience suggestions.
Performer Biography
Galina Vracheva, originally from Plovdiv, Bulgaria, has been a resident of Zurich for over twenty years.
Recording & Production
The recording sessions for this album took place over four days in the Friedrich-Ebert-Halle in Hamburg, a concert hall known for its acoustics.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The pianist, Galina Vracheva, sought to convey her admiration and respect for Beethoven through these piano fantasies.
Album & Artwork
This recording was made as a tribute to Ludwig van Beethoven for his 250th birthday in 2020.
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