Yulianna Avdeeva presents Metanoia, a profound exploration of the late piano works of Franz Liszt
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Yulianna Avdeeva presents Metanoia, a profound exploration of the late piano works of Franz Liszt
Liszt’s late works mark a decisive break with traditional musical language and form, opening the door to 20th-century modernism through bold harmonic experimentation, compressed structures, and strikingly dissonant sonorities. Stripped of conventional melodic development, these brief but intense works convey deep existential reflection, touching on themes of faith, mortality, and the human condition. Initially met with resistance, they would later become a major influence on composers such as Bartók, Scriabin, Debussy, and Ravel.
For her upcoming album Metanoia, Yulianna Avdeeva also recorded the earlier Liszt Sonata in B Minor, which stands as one of the most important works in the piano repertoire: a single-movement structure of extraordinary dramatic and philosophical scope, where contrasting themes emerge, collide, and transform into a journey from darkness to transcendence.
Yulianna Avdeeva returns to Pentatone after a string of critically acclaimed releases: her label debut Resilience, followed by Chopin: Voyage and Shostakovich: 24 Preludes and Fugues Op. 87. Together, these recordings have garnered international awards and widespread acclaim across the globe.
Watch the trailer of Yulianna Avdeeva's upcoming album here:
"This album is my profound exploration of Franz Liszt’s transformative journey from virtuoso to visionary. Liszt’s groundbreaking late works, a testament to his evolution into a musical philosopher, opened the door for the music of the 20th century.
By delving into this music, I discovered a philosophical depth that mirrored the transformation of Liszt’s own life. This journey has allowed me to reevaluate his earlier works, recognizing that the introspection of his late pieces always existed in his earlier compositions as well.
For me, Liszt’s music has always been more than just virtuosic; his compositions present an existential inquiry - a poignant exploration of our deepest human feelings, posing questions that resonate with the very essence of our existence, such as the meaning of life and death, light and darkness, God and the devil.
I am excited to take you on this musical journey, sharing a unique perspective and unveiling the core of Liszt’s artistic evolution. This exploration offers an illuminating encounter with the essence of Liszt - a tribute to the enduring power of his music and the transformative journey of a maestro who dared to follow his inner voice." - Yulianna Avdeeva
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Liszt: Metanoia
PHYSICAL RELEASE DATE (CD)
August 2026
DIGITAL RELEASE DATE
28 August 2026
