Nimrod Borenstein’s music has become ever more prominent and popular in recent years and his piano works exemplify his communicative and vitalising spirit. The two sets of Études, inspired by Chopin, some of which are based on a culture, country or myth, employ Borenstein’s personal use of polyrhythms which allow melodies to float and glide in new, virtuosic and colourful ways. Reminiscences of Childhood is a suite exploring the innocence, playfulness and drama of early childhood. Acclaimed British-Vietnamese pianist Tra Nguyen describes Borenstein’s music as ‘inspirational and rewarding’.
Borenstein, Nimrod
Études, Op. 66
1 No. 1. Ostinato Étude, Op. 66, No. 1 03:09
2 No. 2. Half Moon Étude, Op. 66, No. 2 03:29
3 No. 3. Tango Étude, Op. 66, No. 3 02:14
4 No. 4. Arpeggio Étude, Op. 66, No. 4 02:13
5 No. 5. Kangding Qingge Étude, Op. 66, No. 5 02:58
6 No. 6. Méphisto Étude, Op. 66, No. 6 05:41
Études, Op. 86
7 No. 7. Staccato/Legato Étude, Op. 86, No. 1 01:54
8 No. 8. Chords Étude, Op. 86, No. 2 04:10
9 No. 9. Hidden Melodies Étude, Op. 86, No. 3 02:41
10 No. 10. Brazilian Étude, Op. 86, No. 4 01:50
11 No. 11. Toccata Étude, Op. 86, No. 5 02:49
