Debussy & Takemitsu Rika Zayasu

• Claude Debussy (1862 - 1918): Debussy_Images - 1re Série pour piano:
• 1 Debussy: Debussy_Images - 1re Série pour piano: Reflets dans l’eau 05:16
• 2 Debussy: Debussy_Images - 1re Série pour piano: Hommage à Rameau 06:30
• 3 Debussy: Debussy_Images - 1re Série pour piano: Mouvement 03:53
• Images - 2e Série pour piano:
• 4 Debussy: Images - 2e Série pour piano: Cloches à travers les feuilles 04:08
• 5 Debussy: Images - 2e Série pour piano: Et la lune descend sur le temple qui fut 04:59
• 6 Debussy: Images - 2e Série pour piano: Poissons d’or 04:15
• Images oubliées - Lent:
• 7 Debussy: Images oubliées - Lent: mélancolique et doux 03:17
• 8 Debussy: Images oubliées - Lent: Dans le mouvement d’une Sarabande 04:34
• 9 Debussy: Images oubliées - Lent: Très vite – Quelques aspects de Nous n’irons plus au bois 03:43
• Toru Takemitsu (1930 - 1996): Les yeux clos:
• 10 Takemitsu: Les yeux clos 07:15
• Les yeux clos II:
• 11 Takemitsu: Les yeux clos II 06:39
• Rain Tree Sketch:
• 12 Takemitsu: Rain Tree Sketch 03:53
• Rain Tree Sketch II – In memoriam Oliver Messiaen:
• 13 Takemitsu: Rain Tree Sketch II – In memoriam Oliver Messiaen 03:38
• Total Runtime 01:02:00

Info for Debussy & Takemitsu

“These pieces are evocative and ethereal, their transcendental nature emphasised through the precise use of pedals, and the pianist’s ability to allow sounds to resonate and ring, or fade to nothing, which create an exquisite sense of stillness”

An impressive record, with some of the finest piano tones on disc I have ever heard. The playing of this gifted artist is of high quality throughout, the Claudio Q-Lab Sound being stunningly lifelike. All in all, here is an exceptional disc; the repertoire selected is equally intelligent and compelling

Zayasu's delicate touch and emotional depth bring a fresh perspective to Debussy's timeless compositions, creating a truly mesmerizing listening experience. From the hauntingly beautiful 'Clair de Lune' to the lively 'La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin,' each track has been carefully selected to showcase Zayasu's exceptional artistry and musical sensitivity. Discover the magic of 'Debussytakemitsuzayasu' and let the music transport you to a world of beauty and emotion.

“Rika Zayasu plays with wonderful grace and precision. Her knowledge of the instrument and its capabilities clearly help shape her brilliant artistry both on this CD and in live performance. The clarity of her notes is only surpassed by her extraordinary musicality that introduces a wide range of musical emotions. The listener can feel the character of the piece radiating from her fingertips. She is truly a gem in the classical music industry with a level of musical integrity that can impress any audience she plays for. At Price Rubin we are proud to represent her and her wonderful Claudio recording.” (Price Rubin & Partners Concert Management)

Rika Zayasu, piano

Rika Zayasu
was born in Tokyo in 1972. She was trained at the Conservatoire de Boulogne-Billancourt (1st prize with distinction) in France, Guildhall School of Music and Drama (MMus) and University of York (MPhil) in the UK while also receiving private tuitions by Denis Pascal, Michel Béroff and Maria Curcio, the legendary pupil of Artur Schnabel. Enthusiastic about new music, she gave several world premieres in the UK and abroad. Following the completion of her thesis on the music of Tōru Takemitsu, she gave the world premiere of her piano transcription of Takemitsu’s Requiem for string orchestra at St Martin-in-the-fields in London to critical acclaim. Rika Zayasu performs as a recitalist, chamber musician, and soloist with orchestra, appearing mainly in the UK and Europe.

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