Vanessa Wagner releases “Etude No. 8” from her upcoming album “Philip Glass – The Complete Piano Etudes”
”After more than three decades dedicated to interpreting the classical canon, discovering Philip Glass’s music has, in a profound sense, reshaped my identity as a musician”, confesses Vanessa Wagner.
Vanessa Wagner’s interpretation of Philip Glass’s “Étude No. 8” captures the romantic introspection and reflective depth inherent in Glass’s minimalist masterpiece. Known for her boundary-crossing collaborations and sensitive piano artistry, Wagner brings emotional clarity and nuanced expression to this elegant and medium-tempo étude.
Her rendition is a heartfelt exploration of Glass’s profound musical language, balancing technical finesse with tender emotional resonance. Following acclaimed performances and recordings of contemporary minimalist repertoire, including celebrated collaborations with artists like Murcof and Rone, Wagner once again proves her exceptional ability to uncover the poetry at the heart of Glass’s work.
You can now listen to the first installement of the album, the full recording to be released on 10/10.