I cannot recall hearing a better
performance of Chaikin's Final of the Sonata No 1 in B minor
and Passacaglia. The famous Final of the Sonata No 1 (which
is technically very demanding) is performed so exceptionally
that it leaves you breathless at times. And generally, Dmitriev's
technical abilities are extraordinary - he performs with such
ease, clarity, crispness and perfect "leggiero". In fact, some
sections are played at such a fast tempo that you cannot hear
note by note – it is Rather a 'steam' of notes that flows like
a river.
Besides this absolute technical
superiority, Dmitriev possesses great understanding for different
styles. His musical approach is delicate, exact and highly emotional.
One of
my favorite tracks on this recording is Chaikin's Passacaglia,
where Dmitriev achieves sound grandiosity through gradual, impressive
dramatical development. I also liked Kholminov's Suite and the
warm simplicity in expression that it is performed with.
This recording
of "classical" original pieces for accordion by Russian composers:
Chaikin, Kholminov, Zolotaryov and Zubitsky would be a great
buy for any accordionist and accordion lover.
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