A grandiose piano work by Charles-Valentin Alkan, exemplifying his virtuosic style and dramatic Romantic-era sensibility. The "Marche Triomphale" showcases bold harmonies and a majestic character, typical of Alkan's exploration of piano technique.
A virtuosic piano étude by Alkan, symbolizing the Industrial Revolution's energy through rapid sixteenth-note patterns and a relentless ostinato bass, mimicking a steam locomotive. Despite criticisms of its "banal" programmatic nature, it remains a pioneering work in musical realism.
A virtuosic piano piece emblematic of Alkan's eccentric style, blending grandeur with rhythmic complexity.
