Germaine Montero - De Lespagne a la France Vingt Ans - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

If this anthology has the title InchImpressions of SpainInch it is because it is a symbolic commentary on the country. It's source is the secular history of the songs and dances of the Spanish people, a history perpetuated throughout the 20th century, not only by artists in Andalusia and the other regions, and by Hispanic composers in the world of classical music, but also in the eyes of French composers and a few jazz musicians.

The long journey that has led me to the recording of one of Liszt's longest cycles for piano solo began many years ago, in the early stages of my piano studies. At that time, while casually tuned in to what is now known as InchRadio ClasicaInch, I happened to stumble upon one of the Hungarian composer's most important works-the Faust Symphony. Captivated by this music and unaware of the author's identity (not yet having the training necessary to identify him), I not only listened to the entire work but also made a pledge to dedicate my life to this composer, regardless of who it might be. Many of the impulses and interests of our teenage years frequently fade away, but this was not the case with my new-found passion for Liszt, which has steadfastly grown over time, along with my knowledge of his life and works.

Various Artists - La Mer/Anthologie Maritime de la Chanson Francaise [COMPACT DISCS] date 05/17/2004