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Alim Beisembayev review

Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, CardiffMoving from Schubert through Chopin to Liszt, the young pianist brought deep interpretative insights

Alim Beisembayev review

TL;DR

  • Alim Beisembayev's recital covered works by Schubert, Chopin, and Liszt, spanning the Romantic period.
  • His approach to Schubert was calm and understated, contrasting with the later works.
  • Beisembayev showed a strong affinity with Chopin, shaping melodies and capturing melancholy.
  • Liszt's Sonata in B minor featured a 'diabolical element' and virtuosic passages.
  • The pianist's precise management of Liszt's transitions and moments of silence indicated deep interpretative insights.
  • An encore of Debussy was beautifully delivered.