Debussy: Images; Children's Corner; Estampes etc.

Product Description Steven Osbornes unerring command of the elusive ambiguities of Debussys piano-writing has already been amply confirmed by his earlier recording of the two books of Preludes; these lustrous new accounts of the Images, Estampes and Childrens Corner are every bit their equal. Review Editor's Choice: Steven Osborne explores some of Debussy's most sublime, poetic and painterly music with a real sense of its intrigue, drama and beauty. A very fine recording, from a very fine pianist ... This is music-making of great subtlety and finesse which neither lovers of Debussy and French music nor those who value piano-playing on the highest artistic level will want to miss. --Gramophone, Oct 17 Forget any cliches of hazy impressionism, Osborne brings directness and muscle, and the boldest aspects of texture, form and image stand out in ultra high definition as a result. --The Guardian, 12 Oct '17 ...highly imaginative shifts in tone colour conjuring up light showers and thunderous downpours. /// This album has everything I could wish for in performances of Debussy's piano music: a wide tonal palette, clear outline of structure, sensitive touch, good pedalling, flair, clarity and rhythmic control. --Music Web International, Nov 17/// Classical Music,April'18