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Though Fauré was assuredly his own man as a composer, in these performances of his piano music by Jean-Claude Pennetier, he is also surely the rightful heir of Chopin. The formal matter here is clearly Chopin's -- a ballade, a mazurka, four waltzes, and nine preludes -- and the stylistic manner is Chopin's as well -- the filigree and melody in the right hand and the left hand divided between counter-melody, chordal accompaniment and bass. This is meant as no slight to either Fauré or Pennetier. This is luscious music with toothsome melodies, succulent sonorities, and mouthwatering forms, and if these can be faulted for being too beautiful, it's a fault they should bear proudly. The performances are likewise exquisite. Pennetier has a fluent technique, a pearly tone, and an elegant way of phrasing a melody and shaping a form. But more than that, Pennetier has a real sympathy for Fauré's music and his interpretations are honest and heartfelt. Though the classic performances of these works are certainly worthy of admiration and love, Pennetier's are no less admirable and loveable and any listener interested in the composer or the period is urged to try this disc. Mirare's digital sound is clear, deep, and immediate.
© TiVo
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Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano
Album review
Though Fauré was assuredly his own man as a composer, in these performances of his piano music by Jean-Claude Pennetier, he is also surely the rightful heir of Chopin. The formal matter here is clearly Chopin's -- a ballade, a mazurka, four waltzes, and nine preludes -- and the stylistic manner is Chopin's as well -- the filigree and melody in the right hand and the left hand divided between counter-melody, chordal accompaniment and bass. This is meant as no slight to either Fauré or Pennetier. This is luscious music with toothsome melodies, succulent sonorities, and mouthwatering forms, and if these can be faulted for being too beautiful, it's a fault they should bear proudly. The performances are likewise exquisite. Pennetier has a fluent technique, a pearly tone, and an elegant way of phrasing a melody and shaping a form. But more than that, Pennetier has a real sympathy for Fauré's music and his interpretations are honest and heartfelt. Though the classic performances of these works are certainly worthy of admiration and love, Pennetier's are no less admirable and loveable and any listener interested in the composer or the period is urged to try this disc. Mirare's digital sound is clear, deep, and immediate.
© TiVo
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 15 track(s)
- Total length: 01:16:43
- 1 Digital booklet
- Main artist: Jean-Claude Pennetier
- Composer: Gabriel Fauré
- Label: Mirare
- Area: France
- Genre: Classical
- Period: Modern Style
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