NIU NIU - FATE & HOPE

Decca

£12.56

UPC: 0028948191208
Cat: 4819120
Release Date: 7th May 2021
Format: 1CD
CDL: Decca
Genre: Classical

Set to be one of the most unusual and noteworthy piano releases of 2021. Second UMG recording for rising star Chinese pianist, NIU NIU – who, as a nine year-old, was the youngest pianist ever to sign to EMI Classics. Led by rare and thrilling repertoire – showcasing the truly extraordinary Frans Liszt solo piano transcription of Beethoven’s epic Fifth Symphony. The original symphony being known in many parts of the world as ‘the Symphony of Fate’, Niu Niu delivers a transformative recording of this electrifying transcription. Two Beethoven warhorses complete the programme – the beloved “Pathétique” & “Moonlight” Sonatas - plus Niu Niu’s own brand new composition, the charming and aptly titled ‘Hope’

TRACKLIST
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)
Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 (transcribed for solo piano by Liszt, S464/5)
1. I. Allegro con brio
2. II. Andante con moto
3. III. Scherzo: Allegro –Trio
4. IV. Allegro

Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 “Pathétique”
5. I. Grave–Allegro di molto e con brio
6. II. Adagio cantabile
7. III. Rondo: Allegro

Piano Sonata No. 14 in C sharp minor, Op. 27/2 “Moonlight”
8. I. Adagio sostenuto
9. II. Allegretto
10. III. Presto agitato

NIU NIU ZHANG SHENGLIANG (1997 –)
11. Impromptu No. 1 “Hope”