The Pisareva-Tchaidze Piano Duo originated over twenty years ago at the Moscow Conservatory and has since performed in many countries across Europe and Asia.
Composition History
All three works on this album by Stravinsky, Debussy, and Bartók were composed within a remarkably short span of time, between 1910 and 1915.
Instruments
The recording features two Steinway & Sons D grand pianos, specifically Nos. 468886 and 566978.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the Mendelssohnsaal, Gewandhaus, Leipzig, Germany, between August 25-28, 2025.
Composer's Artistic Vision
A key quality uniting the music of Stravinsky, Debussy, and Bartók on this album is a striking sense of freedom and open air, with actions unfolding outdoors.
Album & Artwork
The album is titled L'Adoration de la Terre (Adoration of the Earth), a metaphor symbolizing a return to origins and a descent into myth.
Compositional Technique
All the works on this album exist in alternative instrumental forms, with the piano versions often sounding like a return to their original state before orchestral coloring.
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