A virtuosic piano étude showcasing Alkan's formidable technical demands, characterized by rapid passages, bold harmonies, and dramatic contrasts. As the opening piece of Opus 16, it exemplifies his innovative approach to piano writing that influenced later Romantic composers.
A virtuosic showpiece exemplifying Alkan's signature complex pianism, combining whirlwind passagework with daring harmonic innovations characteristic of mid-Romantic era.
Charles-Valentin Alkan's Étude de Bravoure in C Minor, Op. 16 No. 2, is a technically demanding piano piece emblematic of the Romantic era's virtuosic style.
Part of a set of three études, it showcases Alkan's innovative harmonic language and relentless energy.
The dedication to Spanish composer Santiago de Masarnau reflects Alkan's connections within European musical circles.
Charles-Valentin Alkan's Trois études de bravoure, Op.16 (1844) are towering technical showcases that push pianists to their limits. The third étude, marked Prestissimo, is a whirlwind of cascading notes and rhythmic ferocity, embodying Alkan's reputation for creating some of the most challenging piano works of the Romantic era. Often compared to Liszt in complexity, these études blend dazzling virtuosity with unexpected harmonic daring.
