Debussy: Complete Music for Two Pianos
Wayne Choma | 08/17/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is an excellent cd, but has anyone noticed that the
other review posted here is for another cd entirely?"
Endless Pleasure
Wayne Choma | Winnipeg, Canada | 03/06/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This compact disc has put in one spot Debussy's complete works for two pianos. This is a set that is sure to deliver endless pleasure as all the works are aural treasures. The "Prelude a l'apres-midi d'un faune" and "Trois Nocturnes" are orchestral masterworks that are wonderful transcriptions for two pianos. Likewise "Danse sacree et danse profane" which are ravishing on the harp with orchestra are charming in its two piano counterpart. The remaining "Lindaraja" an exotic tour de force which almost never saw the light of day as the manuscript slipped under Debussy piano and only came to light after Debussy's death after his piano was moved - a great discovery. While "En Blanc et noir" is a more modern abstract of the piano's palette, it will arouse curious thoughts and feelings. This album will continue to please its listener repeatedly as these works are timeless treasures performed with great skill and ardour."