Giya Kancheli was fascinated by the mysterious silence before a sound emerges, and in his music, silence is a fundamental musical element, a palette of colors, and both origin and destination.
Historical Context
During the Soviet era, Georgian culture and music were suppressed, leading to a 'genre of silence' where symbolism and hidden meanings became common.
Performer Biography
Ketevan Sepashvili, the pianist on this album, was recognized as 'Best Georgian Performer' at the 2nd Tbilisi International Piano Competition in 2001.
Composition History
The 33 Miniatures for Piano on this album span nearly four decades of Kancheli's creative work, with the oldest music dating from 1966 and the most recent from 2004.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Giya Kancheli considered music a living organism, allowing it to develop its own way during creation, rather than adhering to existing patterns or traditional forms.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Kancheli intentionally resisted categorization, which allowed him to approach each new work without preconceived expectations.
Composer Biography
Giya Kancheli, born in Tbilisi, Georgia, initially studied geology before pursuing music at the State Conservatory.
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Origins
British Flute Music
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Poulenc & Milhaud: Piano & Orchestral Works
George Crumb: Works for Amplified Piano(S)
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Crumb: Metamorphoses, Book 1 & 5 Pieces for Piano
Reger: Piano Concerto & Solo works
Doppler - Hindemith - Schumann - Debussy: Works for Flute and Piano
Valentin Silvestrov: Forgotten Word I Wished to Say
