A Reverie of the Soul: Piano Works by Robert Schumann
Centaur, 2025
9/10
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This 12th album from the pianist Sophia Agranovich interprets the work of Robert Schumann, where she embraces Romanticism with a stunning attention to detail.
“Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22” opens, and allows for Agranovich’s fluid playing to emit melodies, firmness, quick bouts and softer ebbs of rich and timeless execution.
“Symphonic Etudes, Op. 13” occupies the bulk of the tracks and starts soft and intimate, but it’s not long until bouncy, rhythmic patterns arrive, while “Arabeske in C Major, Op. 18” showcases meticulous finger acrobatics that radiate much warmth.
“Papillons, Op. 2” exits, and it’s a dreamy and bright album highlight that winds in and out of agile and memorable dynamics.
Agranovich handles Schumann’s work with much care, where energetic, introspective and much emotion surrounds the inimitable performance.
Travels well with: Chelsea Hollow- Cycles Of Resistance; Dana Kaufman- Emily & Sue