Stéphan Elmas, the composer, dedicated his music to Armenia and the Armenian nation.
Composer Biography
Stéphan Elmas became increasingly hard of hearing and a recluse, retaining the sounds and traditions of the Romantic period and composing in the style of Frédéric Chopin, earning him the nickname 'the Chopin of Armenia'.
Interpretation
Pianist Heghine Rapyan spent almost two years deciding on the narrative, interpretation style, timing, and intensity for this premiere recording of Stéphan Elmas's sonatas.
Recording & Production
This album features the premiere recording of Stéphan Elmas's four piano sonatas, which had never been performed before.
Composer Biography
Stéphan Elmas, born in Smyrna (now Izmir) in the Ottoman Empire, was a child prodigy who began piano lessons and composing short pieces at a young age.
Composer Biography
Stéphan Elmas met Franz Liszt, who advised him to study with Professor Anton Door at the Vienna Conservatory and Franz Krenn, a distinguished composer and church musician.
Compositional Technique
Stéphan Elmas's four piano sonatas, first published in 1922, reflect the Romantic epoch and Chopin's traditions, while also creating his own melodic style.
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