Gnattali's Piano Concerto No. 2 was premiered in the USA in the 1940s by the Philadelphia Orchestra, conducted by Eugene Ormandy, who admired the work.
Performer Biography
Luís Rabello, the pianist on this album, is a Brazilian classical pianist from a family of renowned musicians, who studied at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory in Moscow.
Composer Biography
Radamés Gnattali (1906-1988) is considered one of the most important 20th-century Brazilian composers, known for his unique background as both a classical virtuoso pianist and a popular composer.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Gnattali was instrumental in blending classical and popular music in Brazil, contributing to styles like Samba, Choro, Bossa Nova, and Brazilian Jazz.
Performer Biography
Luís Rabello has dedicated special attention to Radamés Gnattali's music, performing and recording many of his works for the first time.
Recording & Production
This album includes world premiere recordings of several compositions by Radamés Gnattali, including his 2nd Piano Sonata, 3 Preludes, Twilight Poem, Choro Etude, and four Exercises on Brazilian Rhythms.
Composer Biography
Radamés Gnattali spent much of his life as a composer, arranger, and conductor for the National Radio Orchestra in Rio de Janeiro.
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