Smetana: Piano Works Vol.1 / Cechova
 | Label: SUPRAPHON Catalog: SU3841 Format: CD Jitka CechovaSmetana: Macbeth & The Witches, Vision at the Ball, Etude in C major, Bettina Polka (1st version), The Curious One, Souvenirs (4) de Bohème en forme de polka Opp. 12 & 13 (B115-16), Etude "At the seashore", Fantasy on Czech Songs This CD opens a new collection of the complete piano works of Bedrich Smetana (1824-1884). Outstanding Czech pianist Jitka Cechova will present the rich palette of Smetana's piano works in a series of 7 CD's to be released from 2005 to 2008. - Jitka Cechova, part of the new generation of Czech musicians, has devoted herself extensively to the interpretation of Smetana. - Her recordings present a fresh look at the works of a foundational personality of Czech national music. The piano works of Bedrich Smetana speak to 21st century audiences  Price: $20.98 |