Szymanowski / Karaskiewicz - Szymanowski: Piano Music - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

The artists presented on this - Jan Ekier and Karol Szymanowski - were united by a fascination with Chopin's music, as well as inspiration from folk music, particularly the highlander folklore. Szymanowski's influence on the entirety of the Polish music was not to be overestimated and it also left it's mark on the artistic sensitivity of young Ekier. In the '30s, the composer was appreciated by critics and audiences alike. He also occupies a particular place on the artistic path of a young pianist, Wojciech Pyrc, a graduate of the Fryderyk Chopin University of Music, and a laureate of numerous Polish and international competitions. On this , he interprets piano miniatures by Ekier, as well as Szymanowski's works, including the daunting and rarely performed Fantasy in C major, Op. 14.

45 RPM self-released EP on 12-inch vinyl. This five-song long EP is the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' first production, and it set the groundwork for what would go on to become one of the most beloved alternative rock bands from the last decade. Their influences range from bluesy garage rock to punk to no-wave. Nick Zinner's guitar prowess shines, Brian Chase's drumming is dynamic, and Karen O's vocals are sultry, unearthly, sexy and cute and badass all at once. These are visceral, hedonistic, yet cathartic songs, and are worth a listen both for devoted Yeah Yeah Yeahs fans and newcomers. Go on, hop on board.

Bruno Mathieu - Suite Medievale [COMPACT DISCS] date 02/20/1996