Two early works by Robert Schumann surge with emotional intensity, where lyrical beauty meets dramatic urgency, soaring passion collides with deep introspection. Pianist Ayham Hammour, long associated with Poland and a familiar presence on major stages throughout Europe and the Americas, brings Schumann’s inner world vividly to life. With imagination and keen insight, Hammour uncovers not only the composer’s profound dramatic voice, but also the sparkle of wit, lightness, and subtle irony that lies beneath the surface.

Tracklist:

1. Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Sharp Minor, Op. 11~Introduzione. Un poco Adagio – Allegro vivace
2. Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Sharp Minor, Op. 11~Aria. Senza passione, ma espressivo
3. Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Sharp Minor, Op. 11~Scherzo e Intermezzo. Allegrissimo – Lento
4. Piano Sonata No. 1 in F Sharp Minor, Op. 11~Finale. Allegro, un poco maestoso
5. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~Des Abends
6. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~Aufschwung
7. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~Warum?
8. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~Grillen
9. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~In der Nacht
10. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~Fabel
11. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~Traumes Wirren
12. Fantasiestcke, Op. 12~Ende vom Lied

UPC: 5902547022062
Label: Dux Recording Prod.
Release Date: 4.17.26
Format: CD