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Peter Breiner: Caressing Your Soul – Calm Romantic Piano Music

10/23/2020, 22 Tracks, 1:14:15

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  • Peter Breiner

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Cultural Impact

Peter Breiner's arrangements of national anthems were used during the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens and a new ten-disc set was released for the 2012 London Olympic Games.

Source: Booklet

Historical Context

The album's music, intended to provide solace and peace of mind, became particularly relevant after the 2020 pandemic, which highlighted the need for calming music.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Peter Breiner, the pianist on this album, is one of the world's most recorded musicians, with over 200 releases and more than two million albums sold.

Source: Booklet

Recording & Production

The recording sessions for this album began amidst floods in Wales, where the studio is located, with the recording crew needing to be rescued by boats.

Source: Booklet

Composition History

The works on this album were composed and recorded by Peter Breiner at the direct request of Naxos Chairman Klaus Heymann, who sought to improve the quality of crossover solo piano works.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Peter Breiner is a versatile musician who has conducted many orchestras, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, often doubling as a pianist.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

Peter Breiner studied piano, composition, conducting, and percussion, and was taught composition by Alexander Moyzes, a significant figure in modern Slovak music.

Source: Booklet

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