12 études. opus 45

The composer explored countries and cities that moved, challenged, charmed, and impressed him through his many travels as a musician. These inspiring places are at the heart of these piano studies. Some pieces capture the ceaseless energy of these locations, but above all, they reveal a profound poetry.

An étude is traditionally defined by the technical challenges it presents to the pianist. The composer wished to honor and perpetuate this characteristic while placing the idea and musical expression at the forefront.

Although these studies may seem classical and influenced by many sources, they possess an innovative and deeply personal dimension. Every note has been carefully considered, nothing is left to chance, and the difficulties, while real, are all surmountable thanks to the possibilities offered by today's instruments.

Fascinated by pianists since childhood, this collection weaves a link with the great classical masters of the piano while incorporating varied contemporary influences.

Each title includes a QR code allowing you to listen to and see a performance by the corresponding pianist to whom it is dedicated.

Commande soutenue par la Fondation Banque Populaire, la Sacem et Proarti. Commande de la communauté d'agglomération de Versailles Grand Parc et commande de l'association des Amis d'Alain Marinaro.