Kabalevsky, D.: Piano Sonatas and Sonatinas (Complete)

Featuring

Alexandre Dossin
Dimitri Kabalevsky

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Composer Biography

Dmitry Borisovich Kabalevsky, the composer, studied at the Moscow Conservatory with both Nicolay Myaskovsky (a composer) and Alexander Goldenweiser (a pianist).

Cultural Impact

Kabalevsky's most lasting achievement was in music education, developing a systematic program for schools and creating extensive piano and choral music for children.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Kabalevsky's later works, such as the Cello Sonata and Second Cello Concerto, were often introspective, contrasting with the dutiful citizen role he aspired to as a Soviet artist.

Composition History

The piano sonatas on this album reflect the spirit of their time without being overtly radical or reactionary, enhancing the repertoire for pianists inside and outside the Soviet Union.

Recording & Production

This album was recorded at Beall Concert Hall, University of Oregon School of Music & Dance, USA, from September 1-3, 2007.

Historical Context

Kabalevsky was among the few notable Soviet composers not censored by the notorious Zhdanov Decree of 1948, which targeted artists deemed 'anti-Soviet'.

Performer Biography

Alexandre Dossin, the pianist on this recording, won both the First Prize and Special Prize at the 2003 Martha Argerich International Piano Competition.