Vladimir Ashkenazy – Scriabin: Vers La Flamme (DECCA) CD

UPC: 028947881551 

MPN: 478 8155 DH 

Brand Name: DECCA

Overview

This exquisite DECCA release, Vladimir Ashkenazy – Scriabin: Vers La Flamme, commemorates the music of Alexander Scriabin (1872–1915) through the artistry of legendary pianist Vladimir Ashkenazy. A lifelong interpreter of Scriabin’s visionary works, Ashkenazy presents a complete journey through the composer’s piano music—from his early romanticism to the mystical modernism of his later years.

The album culminates with Vers La Flamme, Op.72, one of Scriabin’s most profound late works, symbolizing spiritual transcendence through fire. As a moving postscript, the collection also includes a touching Prelude by Scriabin’s son, Yulian Alexandrovich Scriabin (1908–1919), who tragically passed away at the age of eleven.

Product Features

• Format: Audio CD (DDD Digital Recording)
• Total Duration: 78:46 minutes
• Genre: Classical – Romantic / Early Modern Piano
• Style: Russian Piano Solo, Late Romanticism, Symbolist Modernism
• Performer: Vladimir Ashkenazy (piano)
• Composer: Alexander Scriabin (1872–1915)
• Label: DECCA Music Group Limited, London, England
• Production Year: 2015
• Country of Manufacture: EU (Universal International Music BV, Baarn, Netherlands)
• Packaging: Standard jewel case with enclosed booklet

Interesting Facts

• Complete Artistic Vision: Vladimir Ashkenazy, a lifelong advocate of Scriabin’s music, interprets the composer’s entire creative evolution—from his youthful Romantic beginnings to the ecstatic mysticism of his final period.
• Spiritual and Emotional Range: The recording captures Scriabin’s distinctive sound world, shifting from Chopinesque lyricism (Étude Op.2 No.1) to visionary transcendence (Vers la flamme, Op.72).
• Legacy and Loss: The inclusion of a Prelude by Scriabin’s son Yulian provides a touching link between generations—an echo of genius cut tragically short.
• Historical Significance: Released to mark the centenary of Scriabin’s death (1915–2015), this album stands as one of the most comprehensive tributes to his piano legacy.

Track Listing

1. Étude, Op.2 No.1 – 2:47 2–4. Mazurkas, Op.3 Nos.6, 7 & 10 – 12:00 5–9. Études, Op.8 Nos.5, 7, 10, 11 & 12 – 12:29 10–13. 4 Preludes, Op.22 – 5:04 14–21. 8 Études, Op.42 – 14:56 22–24. 3 Morceaux, Op.45 – 2:34
2. Quasi-Valse, Op.47 – 1:19 26–28. 3 Morceaux, Op.52 – 3:32 29–30. 2 Pièces, Op.57 – 2:33
3. Feuillet d’album, Op.58 – 2:30 32–33. 2 Poèmes, Op.63 – 2:56 34–35. 2 Poèmes, Op.69 – 3:40 36–37. 2 Poèmes, Op.71 – 5:02
4. Vers la flamme, Op.72 – 4:56 39–43. 5 Preludes, Op.74 – 1:07
5. Yulian Alexandrovich Scriabin: Prélude, Op.3 No.1

Publishers

© 2015 DECCA Music Group Limited, London, England. A Universal Music Company – Universal International Music BV, Baarn, Netherlands.

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