Here is Ian Parker’s new disc on ATMA, Mr. Parker is accompanied by the London Symphony Orchestra in a program of major works for piano and orchestra by Ravel, Stravinsky and Gershwin. Charismatic, relaxed and a captivating communicator, Canadian pianist Ian Parker enchants audiences with each of his performances. An enthusiastic recitalist, Mr. Parker has performed in the United States, Western Europe, Israel and across Canada on tours with Debut Atlantic and Jeunesses Musicales of Canada.
The London Symphony Orchestra is widely recognized as one of the finest orchestras in the world. Resident orchestra of the Barbican in London, the LSO presents more than 70 concerts annually. Michael Francis revealed himself as a conductor in January 2007 when he replaced at short notice an indisposed Valery Gergiev during a concert with the London Symphony Orchestra.
1. Piano Concerto in G major | I. Allegramente | Maurice Ravel
2. Piano Concerto in G major | II. Adagio assai | Maurice Ravel
3. Piano Concerto in G major | III. Presto | Maurice Ravel
4. Capriccio | I. Allegro | Igor Stravinski
5. Capriccio | II. Andante Rapsodico | Igor Stravinski
6. Capriccio | III. Allegro capricciosoma sempre giusto | Igor Stravinski
7. Piano Concerto in F | I. Allegro | George Gershwin
8. Piano Concerto in F | II. Adagio – Andante con moto | George Gershwin
9. Piano Concerto in F | III. Allegro agitato | George Gershwin