Grieg's unique style was built on integrating elements of folk music, influenced by his friend Rikard Nordraak's (1842-66) ideas for an independent Norwegian music.
Cultural Impact
Grieg achieved worldwide fame with his Piano Concerto in A minor, Op.16, one of the most frequently performed Romantic piano concertos.
Recording & Production
This album is part of a complete recording project by the BIS label to present Grieg's entire contribution to piano literature.
Compositional Technique
Grieg's later piano music, such as the 19 Norske folkeviser Op.66 and 17 Slatter Op.72, features a fusion of advanced chromaticism and modality with free use of dissonance.
Composer Biography
Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) is considered the foremost composer of keyboard music in the Nordic countries.
Critical Reception
Grieg's original contributions to harmony and his influence on Debussy's Impressionism and Bartók's folk music style are now more recognized than before.
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