Keith, it was another record. Here, if anything, it’s the collaboration with Garbarek’s sax that works, you see? It’s special.

 I’m sorry, this record is over and I don’t know how to review it.

This reflective review blends personal memories with a deep appreciation of Keith Jarrett's 1975 album Arbour Zena. It highlights the collaboration with saxophonist Jan Garbarek and the album's unique, melodic improvisation. The reviewer’s nostalgic narrative creates an intimate atmosphere, though they express difficulty in traditional critique. The album is seen as a deeply emotional artifact tied to family and time. Dive into the nostalgic jazz world of Keith Jarrett’s Arbour Zena and experience its timeless melodic magic today.

 The piano was undoubtedly the main forge from which he drew his wonderful musical ideas.

 'Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence'... Never have I encountered a more prosaic title for such a high piece of music.

This review honors Ryuichi Sakamoto's 2009 album 'Playing The Piano,' showcasing his skill as a pianist and his unique reinterpretation of his diverse musical legacy. The album strips down his famous compositions to pure piano, revealing their harmonic richness and emotional depth. Special praise is given to the sublime piano version of 'Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence.' The review is a heartfelt tribute to Sakamoto's artistry and his lasting influence. Listen to Ryuichi Sakamoto's 'Playing The Piano' for an intimate journey through his iconic melodies reimagined on solo piano.

 This album by the Uzbek pianist Eldar Nebolsin is a classic.

 The Sonata in A minor No. 4 D. 537 has a truly overwhelming beginning, making it absolutely unmistakable.

Eldar Nebolsin’s album of Schubert’s Sonatas No. 4 and 13 plus the ‘Wanderer’ Fantasy is a compelling classical piano work. It’s noted as a classic recording though not for everyday listening due to Schubert’s piano complexity. The powerful opening of the Sonata in A minor No. 4 is especially praised, recalling legendary performances by Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli. Listen now to Eldar Nebolsin’s masterful take on Schubert’s piano sonatas and experience a timeless classical piano journey.

 Artur Schnabel takes us on an extraordinary journey to discover the masterpieces of a composer who sublimated the Sonata form.

 These are absolute masterpieces, tracing the musical, thematic path and the broad melodic arcs that Beethoven designs in his thirty-two Sonatas.

This ten-CD collection features Artur Schnabel's complete recordings of Beethoven’s thirty-two piano sonatas. It is essential for pianists and enthusiasts wishing to understand the sonata form’s development. Highlights include the Hammerklavier and Op. 111 sonatas. The review praises Schnabel's masterful interpretation and the historical significance of the set. Discover the profound beauty of Beethoven’s complete piano sonatas performed by Artur Schnabel—listen now to a timeless classical masterpiece.

 Both are in minor key, but Chopin chisels them with such mastery that listeners do not perceive the veneer of melancholy.

 Tamás Vásáry, the great Hungarian pianist, perfectly manages to convey this richness.

This review praises Tamás Vásáry's album featuring Chopin's two piano concertos, highlighting the historical context and subtle emotional mastery within the minor keys. The author discusses the confusing concerto numbering and compares Chopin’s works to those of other great composers. While the overall performance is lauded, the second movement of Concerto op. 21 is noted as the only weak point in the rendition. Discover Tamás Vásáry's exquisite Chopin concertos—listen now and experience timeless classical mastery!

 It is an authentic masterpiece, primarily because you can hear performances by Maurizio Pollini, one of the most important Italian pianists.

 You need to close your eyes to understand it well... and Pollini plays it as it deserves.

This review reflects a deep personal connection with Maurizio Pollini’s interpretation of Chopin’s piano masterpieces. The album, originally experienced on cassette, is praised for its authenticity and musical brilliance. Pollini's rendition of Chopin's 4 Scherzi, Berceuse, and Barcarolle is described as emotionally powerful and technically masterful. The review highlights the historical and musical significance of the pieces, especially the Scherzos, positioning Pollini as a top interpreter of Chopin. Experience the emotional depth of Pollini’s Chopin—listen now and immerse yourself in piano mastery.

 The spirit of Demetrio Stratos is revived here, thanks also to the voice of Claudio Milano.

 "ManifestAzioni live 2011-2023" represents the summary of Claudio Milano’s career, a courageous artist who undoubtedly deserved a celebration of his art.

Claudio Milano’s live album "ManifestAzioni live 2011-2023" showcases his extensive vocal exploration and experimental approach, blending ancient and modern influences. Recorded live over a decade, the album features collaborations with notable Italian prog musicians, evoking the spirit of Demetrio Stratos and the band Area. Though challenging, its accessibility and diverse languages create an engaging avant-garde experience. The album honors Claudio Rocchi and highlights Milano’s pioneering career. Explore Claudio Milano’s boundary-pushing live album and experience avant-garde vocal innovation across a decade of performances.

 "December represents the highest sales success for George Winston and probably also for the label that produced it, exceeding well over 3 million copies sold!"

 "The closure in 'Peace' by Winston himself undoubtedly captures the theme perfectly, sending us all happily under the tree to open presents."

This review celebrates the enduring quality of George Winston's December album, released 40 years ago during Windham Hill's peak. It highlights the album's focus on traditional and beloved Christmas carols, Winston's expert piano arrangements, and its commercial success with over 3 million copies sold. The reviewer appreciates the album's refined approach to holiday music and recommends it as a sweet seasonal classic. Noted tracks include 'Carol of the Bells' and Winston's extended 'Canon' rendition. Listen to George Winston's timeless December album and bring a soulful touch to your holiday season.

 Ritmico non Ritmico turns out to be a relaxing and anything but trivial listen.

 "Vortex a Jackson Pollock" is perhaps the most challenging and fascinating moment of this work.

Max Fuschetto returns after five years with Ritmico non Ritmico, a minimalist and atmospheric album centered on piano and strings. The work bridges music with painting, paying homage to artists like Paul Klee and Jackson Pollock. It invites listeners into a calm yet intellectually challenging experience, blending contemporary influences with refined compositional techniques. Overall, the album is accessible, mature, and evocative. Explore Max Fuschetto’s unique blend of minimalist avant-garde music and art-inspired compositions in Ritmico non Ritmico today!

 If you don't know what it means to be moved while listening to music, listen to this record.

 'Après une lecture de Liszt' is a whirlwind of emotions that one would never want to stop drinking from.

This review praises Giuseppe Albanese's album 'Après une lecture de Liszt' as a deeply emotional and spectacular piano record. The reviewer highlights Albanese's ability to convey true emotion through music, especially in Liszt's complex compositions. Key pieces such as the Fantasia quasi Sonata and the closing Réminiscences de Norma receive special mention. This album is a must-listen for anyone seeking a profound musical experience. Discover the emotional power of Albanese's Liszt interpretations – listen to 'Après une lecture de Liszt' today!

 Dreamtown Piano has a spatial sound, with an unreal sophistication I’ve rarely heard before.

 The notes evoke those glimpses of eternity still possible to grasp in the crazy reality we live in.

Federico De Caroli, aka Deca, returns with Dreamtown Piano, a 14-track piano album featuring Bosendorfer pianos. Unlike his previous experimental work, this album expresses a romantic, minimalist style inspired by urban nature. The music offers a peaceful, transcendent escape from daily life with a sophisticated spatial sound. Released by Sonor Music Editions, Dreamtown Piano flows calmly and is praised for its stylistic grace and emotional depth. Listen to Deca's Dreamtown Piano on Spotify and experience its peaceful urban-inspired ambient sound.

 'Letters to a Dream' is a classical record in the literal sense, wavering between the invincible epic of a third symphony and the fragile intimacy of a nocturne.

 Between heaven and the abyss, there is no difference whatsoever.

The review traces Louis Tillett's journey from sought-after pianist in Australian rock bands to a solo artist blending classical piano with rock and jazz influences. 'Letters to a Dream' marks a stark, intimate shift away from previous blues and rock-heavy albums, appreciated more today for its emotional depth and classical nuances. The album's minimalist, lyric-driven style displays Tillett's unique musical identity. The reviewer connects Tillett's talent to jazz greats and highlights his place in the Australian music scene. Explore Louis Tillett's 'Letters to a Dream' and experience a rare fusion of classical piano with evocative rock.

 I have stolen, cheated, perjured, swindled, betrayed, deceived, and duped. And I have no regrets, no regrets – believe me! – I would do it all again and even worse.

 William had done nothing different from what a good beatmaker does in a posse! You just need to consider Hatto’s discs as a successful experiment in a fusion between Classical and Hip Hop.

This review tells the remarkable and tragic tale of Joyce Hatto, a talented pianist whose posthumous recognition was marred by her husband William Barrington-Coupe's deception. After her illness cut short her career, William released recordings credited to Hatto that were later revealed to be manipulated versions of others' performances. While critics initially praised these recordings, the scandal sparked controversy over ethics in classical music. The review balances admiration for the performances with reflections on the unusual circumstances surrounding them. Explore the captivating story behind Joyce Hatto’s ‘12 Transcendental Studies’ and decide for yourself the price of fame and love in classical music.

 Could there be anything more hallucinatory than Big Sun, the album? Yes, Big Sun, the film...

 Music is a fundamental part of my life. The discovery of music is, for me, a continuous journey in an immense ocean with a fractal appearance.

The review describes Chassol's Big Sun as an immersive musical voyage blending samba rhythms, electronic and acoustic sounds, and rich storytelling. It evokes images of exploring an uninhabited island with nostalgic and cinematic moods reminiscent of Ravel and Brian Wilson. The album feels like an organic, hallucinatory experience, a fusion of natural sounds and experimental music. The reviewer praises the evocative detail and emotional depth, noting both the album and its film extension. Dive into the enchanting world of Chassol's Big Sun and experience a musical island escape unlike any other.

 A little over twenty minutes to reconcile memory with perception through a long isthmus of melancholy and heartache.

 It celebrates all the slopes, the sunsets, the autumns, the old ages. It celebrates withered flowers and gray leaves.

The review praises Harold Budd’s EP The Serpent (In Quicksilver) for its evocative minimalism and emotional depth. It highlights Budd’s shift from orchestral arrangements to intimate solo piano textures. The central track, Children of the Hill, stands out as an emotional pinnacle, encapsulating themes of memory and loss. The work is framed as a poetic ambient journey full of melancholy, beauty, and reflection. Dive into the ethereal ambiance of Harold Budd’s The Serpent and experience a timeless journey through memory and emotion.

 Satie, before being a man, is, by his own admission, a mammal. A bear, a dormouse, a deer. His forest is music.

 To let silence become music. In this, the pages of Erik Satie and the fingers of Aldo Ciccolini succeed, believe me, more than anything else.

This review embraces the delicate and introspective nature of Erik Satie's music as performed by Aldo Ciccolini. The reviewer highlights the seamless blend of silence and sound, describing the music as a reflective and dreamy experience. Satie's compositions are portrayed as magical and unpretentious, capturing mood and thought rather than grandeur. The performance by Ciccolini is praised for successfully conveying this unique atmosphere. Listen to Aldo Ciccolini’s delicate interpretation of Erik Satie’s timeless pieces and experience the art of musical silence.

 This polyphony does not, however, confuse those who watch it flow before them: the whole sounds, strangely enough, unified.

 It happens, fortuitously, to have in hand a kaleidoscope of sounds: apneas in depths of noise, a cappella songs, cosmic discomforts, silences.

Ian William Craig’s album 'Red Sun Through Smoke' offers an immersive and unclassifiable listening experience. Its twelve tracks flow seamlessly, blending muffled and sharp elements to form a cohesive sonic mosaic. The music evokes a dreamlike atmosphere situated between wakefulness and sleep, inviting introspection and emotional immersion. The review highlights the artist’s subtle use of vocal and instrumental textures to create a unique, timeless sound. Discover the hypnotic layers of Ian William Craig’s 'Red Sun Through Smoke'—listen now and lose yourself in its haunting beauty.

 A microphone that was not just a microphone.

 He holds a concert that will be recorded and then released with an unreleased track 'Io non ti lascerò mai' written for his wife who died by his side during the night after forty years of love.

This review covers Amedeo Minghi's intimate 2013 live concert at Teatro Ghione in Rome, later released as the album 'Suoni tra ieri e domani.' Minghi delivers an emotional performance, revisiting decades-old songs written for notable Italian artists while paying tribute to his late wife. The show blends personal anecdotes with a celebration of musical collaboration from past generations. Praised as one of Italy's best albums in 2014, it embodies deep connection and heartfelt resilience. Experience the heartfelt journey of Amedeo Minghi in 'Suoni tra ieri e domani'—listen now and explore timeless Italian classics.

 His musical art is transformative and convulsive.

 Like a somnambulist exploration of a senseless reality, the days pass lazily in similarities and Dan is shattered: he seeks salvation in natural elements and in a certain romanticism.

Dan Deacon's Mystic Familiar explores heavy existential themes including life, death, and consciousness through a mix of psychedelia and minimalist classical styles. The album features diverse tracks like the contemplative 'Sat By a Tree' and the ethereal 'Become a Mountain.' 'Weeping Birch' stands out as a cosmic, immersive composition. The review praises Deacon's free-spirited approach and the album's urgent yet thoughtful atmosphere. Dive into Dan Deacon's Mystic Familiar to experience a mind-expanding blend of sound and existential reflection.

 In "Fabulae," the protagonist is Paola Tagliaferro’s voice—alternating singing with recitation.

 If you like new age, the blending of genres, a splash of ethnic music, and adore soft and gentle atmospheres, "Fabulae" might appeal to you.

Paola Tagliaferro's album Fabulae stands out as a serene and poetic musical experience blending new age, folk, and ethnic elements. The album highlights her vocals with delicate instrumentation featuring piano, strings, and percussion. Although it includes a cover of King Crimson’s “Moonchild,” the style moves away from progressive rock toward gentle, spiritual expressions. Fabulae portrays a pronounced female sensitivity and is accompanied by an elegant booklet of lyrics. Explore Paola Tagliaferro’s Fabulae for a soothing new age blend of vocals and enchanting melodies.