An energetic beginning gives way to a gorgeous second tune which has colorful soft chords ringing above it.

Málaga, from Iberia by Albéniz

A slow and beautiful bolero which winds through many soulful variations.

Jerez, from Iberia by Albéniz

Named after a tavern near the gates of Seville, this piece lets you imagine swirling dances to its happy music!

Eritaña, from Iberia by Albéniz

Flamenco rhythms alternate with a yearning, arabian-sounding tune, and the excitement builds. 

El Albaicín, from Iberia by Albéniz

A fascinating dance from Andalusia, Spain, with eccentric rhythms and jazz-like harmonies and dissonances.

El Polo, from Iberia by Albéniz

The only piece in Iberia concerned with the north of Spain, this noisy and raucous habanera was inspired by an immigrant quarter of Madrid.

Lavapiés, from Iberia by Albéniz

Named after the Gypsy quarter of Seville, this is the best-known piece from Iberia, with a "marcha torero" which was played when the bullfighter entered the ring.

Triana, from Iberia by Albéniz

A hauntingly beautiful melody, followed by an equally beautiful "deep song" section, makes this a very satisfying reverie.

Almería, from Iberia by Albéniz

A cheerful dance from Andalusia, alternating with a slow "deep song" and building to an exciting climax.

Rondeña, from Iberia by Albéniz

Starting with a soft march, this piece builds to huge climaxes, but ends gently and peacefully.

El Corpus en Sevilla, from Iberia by Albéniz

A lively zapateado dance, with a languid middle part and a dreamy close.

El Puerto, from Iberia by Albéniz

The first of twelve "impressions" of Spain for piano solo, by the great Spanish composer Isaac Albéniz. It sets a contemplative mood, with barely a hint of the fiery pieces to come. 

Evocación, from Iberia by Albéniz

This is Brahms' piano solo version of his waltzes

peterschaaf

Popular tracks