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In this CD, the fourth volume of the complete works for the piano
and for chamber music with piano, Eric Le Sage takes four monuments
of Schumann's solo piano repertoire: the Humoreske Op. 20
and the Klaviersonate Op.11 (CD1), the Albumblätter (topped up by
three pieces from the Klavierstücke) and the Études in the form of
Variations Op.13 (CD2).The acoustic qualities of the Chauxde-
Fonds Hall is caught in all its magic by Jean-Marc Laisné.This set firmly establishes Eric Le Sage and his
Schumann project as a benchmark for Schumann interpreters.Vol.3 is Chamber Music Choice in the May issue
of BBC Music Magazine. “ While in [Le Sage's] previous collection of Schumann's chamber music with piano he showed himself to be an attentive collaborator, his solo piano playing never really suggests that he has strong enough views on Schumann to justify a whole series of discs. In the Humoresque, the F sharp minor Sonata and the Etudes Symphoniques, his playing is perfectly correct and musical, but ultimately just tepid; if the Bunte Blätter Op 99 fares better, it's because the 14 pieces are less memorable musically and expressively far less ambitious.” The Guardian, 6th July 2008 ** “Throughout this recital Le Sage is especially good at conveying the music's impulsiveness, but he also responds well to the more poetic side of Schumann. These are altogether exceptionally sympathetic and rewarding performances.” BBC Music Magazine, July 2008 **** “a really striking player…very musicianly in Schumann” CD Review | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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