Sakata Tomoki - Illusions (Illusions / Tomoki Sakata) [Cd] [Domestic Press] [Japanese Belt And Instructions Included] - Import CD

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Sakata Tomoki

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With "10 fingers x 1 piano," he projects to the listener "illusions" of symphonies, concertos, songs, operas, and various other compositions. An overwhelming scale and a tone overflowing with the spirit of song! Tomoki Sakata, a true virtuoso, has personally selected eight gems. Feinberg's arrangement of Tchaikovsky No. 5 "Waltz" is a world premiere recording! A new album of great interest that explores new possibilities of piano performance! Tomoki Sakata, a true virtuoso pianist, is releasing a remarkable self-produced recording! The concept of this album, which Sakata has selected and recorded, is to "project to the listener an "Illusion" of various compositions such as symphonies, concertos, songs, and operas with "10 fingers x 1 piano". All of the works in this recording are difficult pieces with superb technique. The opening piece, Balakirev's "Islamey," is a surprise. Sakata's eloquent narration and flawless performance of this exoticism based on a folk dance from the Caucasus, expressed with flamboyant technique, is truly a masterpiece of virtuosity.Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 1, 2nd movement "Romance" was arranged for solo piano by Balakirev. This piece requires a high level of technique, but Sakata plays it enchantingly beautifully. Sakata has a strong interest not only in piano works but also in orchestral works, songs, and operas. The recording of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5, 3rd movement "Waltz" arranged by Feinberg (world premiere recording!), and No. 6 "Pathétique" 3rd movement "Piano Concerto" (world premiere recording!) were made possible by his strong desire to record them. and the 3rd movement "Scherzo" of No. 6 "Pathetique" are extremely difficult pieces that could be described as a desk-top theory. The performance, which embodies the concept of "10 fingers x 1 piano," will fascinate you not only with Sakata's technique but also with his rich musicality. This recording is also appropriate for the commemorative year of Tchaikovsky's 180th birthday in 2020 and Feinberg's 130th birthday in 2020! Sakata, who is also known as a composer and pianist, began arranging music in his mid-teens, and has arranged songs by Fauré, Rachmaninoff, and others for solo piano, which have been well received in recitals. Sakata's arrangements of Rachmaninoff's songs "I was with Her" and "Vocalise" are impressive for their songfulness.This is, of course, a world premiere recording. And then there is Liszt, a name synonymous with Sakata. This time, Rigoletto Paraphrase and Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 are recorded. The performance is a masterpiece, sung freely but intelligently constructed. The eight gems selected by Tomoki Sakata himself will allow you to experience the fullness of the current Tomoki Sakata. The recording was made at the highest DSD 11.2 MHz and is full of realism. This is an album of great interest that explores new possibilities in piano performance! Tomoki Sakata is attracting attention as a contemporary virtuoso. Tomoki Sakata is gaining attention as a virtuoso of our time, and his pianism, which is characterized by a highly honed technique and unique music, certainly qualifies him to be called a virtuoso. This disc, a collection of virtuoso works from the Romantic era, is a rewarding listen that fully reveals his qualities and beauty." (Motoyuki Teranishi - from the liner notes) King International