Caucasian classical music is a vibrant and emotionally rich genre that encompasses the works of composers hailing from the Caucasus region—a land straddling Europe and Asia, imbued with diverse cultures and historical depth. This genre melds traditional Caucasian musical elements with Western classical traditions, resulting in compositions that are both deeply expressive and evocatively scenic. Artists like Aram Khachaturian and Giya Kancheli have become synonymous with this blend, employing folk melodies, rhythmic complexity, and a palette of sounds that evoke the region's rugged landscapes and intricate cultural tapestry. From Uzeyir Hajibeyov's pioneering opera and ballet scores to the innovative sounds of Franghiz Ali-Zadeh, Caucasian classical music showcases an eclectic fusion of eastern melodies with western orchestration, creating a unique and compelling genre that resonates with audiences worldwide.

The Keys to the Piano

Alexandre Tharaud•

Antonín Dvořák•

Aram Khachaturian•

Camille Saint-Saëns•

Christoph Willibald Gluck•

Claude Debussy•

Domenico Scarlatti•

Erik Satie•

Felix Mendelssohn•

Francis Poulenc•

Franz Schubert•

Frédéric Chopin•

Gabriel Fauré•

George Gershwin•

Jean-Baptiste Lully•

Jean-Philippe Rameau•

Johann Sebastian Bach•

Johannes Brahms•

John Williams•

Joseph Haydn•

Ludwig van Beethoven•

Maurice Ravel•

Michel Legrand•

Philippe Sarde•

Sergei Rachmaninoff•

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Album - 53 Tracks - Released January 17, 2025