Schubert Late Works Volume 1
Steven Masi piano
Franz Schubert composer
Following his 2019 Navona Records release BRAHMSIANA, pianist Steven Masi returns with a full program of piano works by composer Franz Schubert on SCHUBERT LATE WORKS. Lauded by critics for his masterful touch and dynamic style, Masi capitalizes on the unrivaled emotive power of solo piano throughout this album, drawing out a voice from the instrument that is profoundly human. Follow him on this journey through Schubert’s works to experience a well-balanced blend of virtuosic artistry and a razor-sharp precision.
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"Masi's slow and contemplative playing literally allows the music to glow from within. His dynamic shading is exemplary throughout."
"You can feel the pianist's emotional attachment to these pieces on every note."
Track Listing & Credits
| # | Title | Composer | Performer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Drei Klavierstücke D 946, No. 1 in Eb Minor | Franz Schubert | Steven Masi, piano | 9:39 |
| 02 | Drei Klavierstücke D 946, No. 2 in Eb Major | Franz Schubert | Steven Masi, piano | 13:58 |
| 03 | Drei Klavierstücke D 946, No. 3 in C Major | Franz Schubert | Steven Masi, piano | 5:35 |
| 04 | Sonata No. 21 in Bb, D 960: I | Franz Schubert | Steven Masi, piano | 22:15 |
| 05 | Sonata No. 21 in Bb, D 960: II | Franz Schubert | Steven Masi, piano | 11:33 |
| 06 | Sonata No. 21 in Bb, D 960: III | Franz Schubert | Steven Masi, piano | 4:33 |
| 07 | Sonata No. 21 in Bb, D 960: IV | Franz Schubert | Steven Masi, piano | 9:25 |
Recorded May-June, 2022 at Martin Patrych Memorial Studios in NY
Producer & Engineer Joseph Patrych
Executive Producer Bob Lord
A&R Director Brandon MacNeil
A&R Danielle Sullivan
VP of Production Jan Košulič
Audio Director Lucas Paquette
VP, Design & Marketing Brett Picknell
Art Director Ryan Harrison
Design Edward A. Fleming
Publicity Aidan Curran
Artist Information
Steven Masi
Recognized as an artist of unusual sensitivity and virtuosity, pianist Steven Masi has concertized extensively throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. He has appeared at the Casals Festival, Aspen Music Festival, Chautauqua Festival, Park City International Festival, Central Vermont Chamber Music Festival, and Music Festival of the Hamptons. His many orchestral appearances have included series with the The Atlanta Symphony, the Baltimore Chamber Orchestra, and New Symphony Orchestra of London. In Germany he was an artist member of the Bonn Chamber Music Society.
