Jordi Masó, the pianist on this album, notes that the first set of Contes d'Espagne uses a cyclical structure, with themes recurring in each movement to create unity.
Performer Biography
Jordi Masó, the pianist, graduated from the Royal Academy of Music of London in 1992 with the DipRAM, the academy's highest distinction.
Composer Biography
Joaquín Turina, the composer, trained in Madrid and at Vincent d'Indy's Schola Cantorum in Paris.
Album & Artwork
The cover painting for this album is 'Towing in the boat, Valencia Beach', painted in 1916 by Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Leigh Henry, writing in The Musical Times in 1919, described Turina as 'a musical impressionist of fine sensibility, both spiritually and musically'.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Turina's music often depicts picturesque, traditional images of Spain, but also includes mythical figures like Don Juan and Carmen.
Performer Biography
Jordi Masó has recorded over thirty discs, including the complete piano works of Roberto Gerhard, Frederic Mompou, and Padre Donostia.
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