Frederic Rzewski: 4 Pieces; Squares; 6 North American Ballads
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First recording of Rzewski's Six American Ballads is one highlight of this 2-CD set.

Frederic Rzewski is widely considered on of the most important and renowned American composers of the 20th and 21st centuries. Rzewski's musical ideas are bold, brash, and unapologetic and are inspired by deep social conscience. He is most often compared to Charles Ives for his pioneering spirit, free and complex counterpoint, and use of quotation; to Beethoven for his forward-thinking approach; and to Franz Liszt for his pianist virtuosity. Pianist Matthew Weissman performs several of Rzewski's piano compositions on this 2-CD set, including the complete North American Ballads. A graduate of the Manhattan School of Music, and Indiana University, Weissman is the recipient of many awards and prizes, including the Los Angeles Liszt Competition and the Grieg International Competition. He has taught at four colleges/universities and the Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts.
Contents:
Frederic Rzewski, composer
Four Piano Pieces
Matthew Weissman (piano)

Frederic Rzewski, composer
Squares
Matthew Weissman (piano)

Frederic Rzewski, composer
Piano Piece No. 4 Alternate Interpretation
Matthew Weissman (piano)

Frederic Rzewski, composer
Complete North American Ballads
Matthew Weissman (piano)
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