I went with dear friends to the Hollywood Bowl around July 2012, and this pianist Jean Yves Thibaudet, I think, played this piece. It made me sob as a high school sophomore. Now I'm crying to this at 24 years old. Thank you.

Bella, es perfecta. Leer, escribir y soñar.

이게 필연이 아니면 뭐로 설명할 수 있겠어. J

엘리제를 위하여

조성진 - 렌토보다 느리게

Franz Schubert - Fantasy for 4 hands in F minor, D.940, Op.103

Fauré - Romance sans paroles Op. 17, No. 3

Chopin Étude Op. 10, No. 4

Franz Liszt's 4th Transcendental Etude, named "Mazeppa" 

First recording on my new Fazioli F228. 
Too excited to record anything more contemplative. 


Franz Liszt - Transcendental Etude No.4 in D Minor - Mazeppa

Nocturne

Mikhail Glinka: Nocturne in E-flat Major (М. Глинка: Ноктюрн. 1828)

Reverie 5:29

Claude Debussy’s Clair de Lune is the third movement of his Suite Bergamasque, written for solo piano and completed in 1905. The title, meaning “Moonlight,” is inspired by Paul Verlaine’s poem, evoking a serene and reflective atmosphere. The piece epitomizes French Impressionism, focusing on mood and imagery over traditional form.
Structure and Atmosphere

The piece is in ternary form (ABA):

    Opening (A):
    A soft, flowing melody emerges over delicate arpeggios. The music feels weightless, like moonlight shimmering on water. Debussy uses rich harmonies and seventh chords to create a dreamlike quality, with a tender, introspective mood.

    Middle Section (B):
    The dynamics intensify, with fuller textures and soaring melodic lines. This section brings a sense of emotional depth and urgency, contrasting with the calm opening. Arpeggios cascade dramatically, giving the impression of moonlight suddenly brightening or revealing hidden beauty.

    Closing (A):
    The opening material returns, slightly varied, fading into a gentle, whisper-like conclusion. The piece ends as quietly as it began, leaving a sense of stillness and wonder.

Musical Features

    Harmonics: Debussy’s use of whole-tone scales, parallel chords, and non-functional harmony creates a suspended, ethereal soundscape.
    Melody: The lyrical melody floats effortlessly above the accompaniment, expressing both simplicity and emotional depth.
    Texture: Light, transparent textures alternate with moments of lush, resonant fullness, embodying the interplay of light and shadow.

Mood and Interpretation

Clair de Lune evokes the quiet magic of a moonlit night, combining serenity with subtle melancholy. Its poetic quality invites listeners to imagine moonlight reflecting on a calm lake, whispering through trees, or illuminating a tranquil landscape. The music feels timeless, blending stillness with fleeting moments of intensity.

Cultural Impact

This iconic piece has been widely used in films (Ocean’s Eleven, Twilight) and pop culture, often accompanying scenes of romance, nostalgia, or quiet reflection. Its universal appeal lies in its ability to evoke deep emotion while remaining understated.
Performance Notes

Expressive dynamics, fluid phrasing, and careful pedaling are essential to capturing its delicate atmosphere. A balance between freedom and control ensures its dreamlike flow remains intact.

Clair de Lune is a masterpiece of impressionistic music, celebrated for its ability to transport listeners into a realm of quiet beauty and introspection.

Claude Debussy - The Essential Collection

Clair de Lune

Clair de Lune - Debussy

Famous expressive piano piece written by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827)

"Adagio cantabile" is the second movement of Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 (commonly known as Sonata Pathétique)

Recorded in 2001 by Fiona Bechmann

Beethoven - Pathetique

Maurice Ravel- Piano Concerto in G - II. Adagio assai

One of my favorite piano composition. Soundtrack for po[ular NES game - Binary LAnd ;)
Performer - OlegG.
Keyboard - Casio CTK 800.

Eric Satie - Je te veux

Debussy composed this valse when he was twenty-eight years old. Impressive.

The score is available here:
https://imslp.org/wiki/Category:Debussy,_Claude

Claude Debussy: Valse Romantique

A set of 11 original piano nocturnes by pianist composer, Phil Best. 

Nocturnes are dark, melancholic virtual love songs full of pathos and longing. Each one feels like an intimate soliloquy about unrequited love, heartbreak and desire.

Inspired by Chopin's masterpieces of this genre, Phil explores a more contemporary approach, mixing in jazz, blues, pop and filmic elements.

Nocturnes

Follow Me into the Night

Dedico esta grabación con gran cariño a mis padres.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/debussy-deux-arabesques-single/id1109105473

Maurice Ravel- Piano Concerto in G - II. Adagio assai

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