A recent release in Schubert's late piano works for four hands showcases the emotional synergy between Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes and French musician Bertrand Chamayou. Their thoughtful approach to the composer's music brings out a private, intimate soundworld that requires a unique way of thinking about the act of making music.
The recording features Andesn's seamless lyrical lines complementing Chamayou's cushioned bass in the great F minor Fantasia. The dynamic range is masterfully sculpted, with the central Largo weighing heavily while maintaining perfect balance throughout its trills. Their playing can also be playful, but they delve inwardly to grasp the music's essence.
A recent addition to the repertoire, Schubert's A minor Allegro, or 'Lebensstürme,' is a dramatic and urgent piece that pits Chamayou against Andesn in a whirlwind of turbulent runs and pianistic fanfares. However, Chamayou takes center stage, while Andesn follows closely behind.
Their rendition of the Rondo in A major conveys conversational bonhomie, with Andesn offering an approach that feels both effortless and inviting. The recording captures their performance in a warmly realistic manner.
The recording features Andesn's seamless lyrical lines complementing Chamayou's cushioned bass in the great F minor Fantasia. The dynamic range is masterfully sculpted, with the central Largo weighing heavily while maintaining perfect balance throughout its trills. Their playing can also be playful, but they delve inwardly to grasp the music's essence.
A recent addition to the repertoire, Schubert's A minor Allegro, or 'Lebensstürme,' is a dramatic and urgent piece that pits Chamayou against Andesn in a whirlwind of turbulent runs and pianistic fanfares. However, Chamayou takes center stage, while Andesn follows closely behind.
Their rendition of the Rondo in A major conveys conversational bonhomie, with Andesn offering an approach that feels both effortless and inviting. The recording captures their performance in a warmly realistic manner.
! They're like two puzzle pieces that fit so seamlessly together, creating this beautiful soundworld. What I love about their approach is how they strip away the 'expected' and just focus on the music's emotional essence 
. The F minor Fantasia is a masterclass in restraint – Andsnes & Chamayou don't overdo it, let the notes breathe, you know? 
It's like they're having this private conversation with Schubert's music, rather than just playing for the audience 
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. What really gets me is how they balance each other out, Andesn brings the emotional depth while Chamayou brings that fun, playful vibe 
. I mean, who knew Schubert's music could be so modern and cool? 
The way they play together feels like a conversation, not just two people playing instruments...
The way they play together, it's like a dance, with Andesn's lines complementing Chamayou's bass perfectly. 
And when they get to the F minor Fantasia, oh man... that central Largo is just so emotive! 
And then there's the Rondo in A major, which feels like a beautiful conversation between them. It's all about finding that balance and harmony... like a big ol' musical Venn diagram: 
. Like, Andsnes is all about the flow, you know? His playing is like butter, smooth and silky 
. But Chamayou, on the other hand, he's like the wild child - all dramatic and intense 
. I mean, their dynamic range is insane, but sometimes it feels a bit too much for me 
. And that F minor Fantasia? It's like they're speaking different languages 
. Like, did you hear the Rondo in A major? That conversational vibe is everything! 
I'm loving how these two pianists are like two halves of a whole - Leif Ove Andsnes' lines complement Bertrand Chamayou's bass perfectly, creating this beautiful balance that lets the music breathe 
. It's amazing to see how they dive deep into Schubert's music and bring out all these intimate moments... their playing is like having a super quiet conversation with each other 
. The way Chamayou takes center stage in "Lebensstürme" is really cool, but Andesn follows closely behind, it's like they're having a friendly competition 
. Their rendition of the Rondo is just so effortless and fun, I can imagine them sitting around playing together 
. Maybe we need more piano duos like this? 
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... and have you heard the F minor Fantasia? it's a bit too slow for my taste... don't get me wrong, i love Schubert, but this recording just doesn't make my heart skip a beat 
... maybe i'm just being too harsh? 
. But seriously tho, their chemistry is like, magic 
. The way they balance each other out in those big pieces is insane! Like, have u ever heard of Schubert's F minor Fantasia? 
. My only gripe is the Rondo in A major... I feel like Andesn's playing is just a lil too smooth 
. Like, I get it, he's got skills and all but I'd wanna see some more edge from him 
. Still tho, this recital is a must-listen for any piano fan! 
I also love how they balance the dynamics - it's like they're playing a big symphony but in a tiny room, you know? 
! Their playing is so effortless yet intimate, like they're having a private conversation with the music 
but then chamayou kicks in and brings this whole other level of intensity to the table. their dynamic range is insane, you go from super quiet to crazy loud in like 2 sec. i love how they play together, it's like a conversation or something 
, but these two actually make it work! I mean, I'm not saying they're the most exciting musicians out there, but they have that whole "inner circle" vibe going on 
