Lukasz Wos - Works For Flute And Piano / Krzystof Kaczka - flute, Tatiana Chernichka - piano / Hanssler Classic Audio CD 2019 / HC20001

UPC 881488200010

Album Information

• Label: Hanssler Classic - HC20001
• Format: CD, Album
• Country of Release: Austria
• Released: 2019
• UPC: 881488200010

About Lukasz Wos

Lukasz Wos, a composer whose music is infused with a romantic atmosphere, appeals especially to young artists. His willingness to embrace radical sounds and atonality alongside more traditional harmonies gives his work a distinctive edge. His contributions to the repertoire include flute concertos, overtures, concertos for orchestra, sonatas for various instrumental ensembles, and solo pieces for piano, organ, and accordion. Wos also engages in transcription, rearrangement, and editing of existing music, showcasing his versatility.

Featured Artists

• Flute: Krzysztof Maciej Kaczka, renowned for his virtuosity and sensitive musicianship.
• Piano: Tatiana Chernichka, acclaimed for her expressive and nuanced performances.

Tracklist Highlights

Suite Nr. 2 für Flöte und Klavier

• A collection of movements ranging from the stately "Preludio" to the lively "Gavotta," this suite provides a variety of moods and showcases for both instruments.

Fantasie über das Lied 'El Senyor' für Flöte und Klavier

• A fantasy piece based on the song "El Senyor," merging lyrical melodies with intricate accompaniment patterns.

Sonate Nr. 5 für Flöte und Klavier

• A four-movement sonata that explores different tempos and styles, from the brisk "Quasi Allegro" to the elegant "Menuetto" and the playful "Rondo."

Fantasie über die Themen von Arnie Roth für Flöte und Klavier

• A fantasy that weaves themes by Arnie Roth into a rich tapestry of sound, allowing for explorative interpretations.

Sonata 'Medjugorska' für Flöte und Klavier

• A sonata with spiritual undertones, inspired by the composer's reflections and experiences, expressed through the allegro and moderato movements.

Conclusion

This album presents a comprehensive overview of Lukasz Wos's work for flute and piano. The collaboration between Krzysztof Kaczka and Tatiana Chernichka offers listeners a deep dive into the composer's unique sound world, marked by both romance and daring exploration. It's a testament to Wos's craft as a composer and to the performers' skill in bringing his compositions to life.