April 10, 2011

Winging It: Piano Music of John Corigliano

This recording of piano music by the widely celebrated American composer John Corigliano (b. 1938) includes the world premiere recording of Winging It (2008), an improvisation-based piece written for the eminent American pianist Ursula Oppens, who also gave the work its concert premiere. Ms. Oppens has been a champion of contemporary composers and new music throughout her career.

Track Listings

1. I. 12/28/07

2. II. 1/3/08

3. III. 6/7/08

4. I. Light

5. II. Shadows

6. III. Strobe

7. Fantasia on An Ostinato

8. Kaleidoscope

9. No. 1. for the Left Hand Alone

10. No. 2. Legato

11. No. 3. Fifths to Thirds

12. No. 4. Ornaments

13. No. 5. Melody