An unexpected recital in Barcelona
On May 19, the Palau de la Música hosted an exceptional recital by the German pianist Schaghajegh Nosrati, who surprised the audience with a diverse repertoire that included not only Bach’s works, but also compositions by Shostakovich, Haydn and Alkan.
The essence of Nosrati: an analytical style
Recognized for its meticulous approach, NosTrati decompose each musical piece with an unmatched delicacy. His interpretation of Bach has always been marked by exquisite accuracy, contributing a new dimension to classical works.
A majestic opening
The recital began with the prelude and escape in minor no. 6 by Shostakovich, an introduction that, despite being correct, showed a more introspective tone than expected. The culminating moment came with the opening in French style, BWV 831, where Nosrati shone with a palpable majesty, sheds each sentence with a meticulous attention to the details.
Contrast and elegance
The subtle contrasts he introduced in his interpretation offered an air of baroque sophistication. The Passepied was a lovely and lively piece, while La Bourrée showed an excellent balance between the two hands, essential for counterpoint music.
The diversity of the second part
The second part of the recital presented two markedly different styles composers: Haydn, a pioneer of classicism, and Charles-Valentin Alkan, a lesser-known virtuous virtuous. NosTrati addressed the sonata in my Bemoll Major, no. 52 of Haydn with a silky sound, although his right hand did not shine with the expected intensity.
A contained interpretation
His approach to classical sound was evident, with a style that seemed more introspective than exhibitionist. The Adagio turned out to be a distant, and the final Presto followed the same line of contingency.
The complication of Alkan’s symphony
A small imbalance between the two hands became apparent in the Piano Sol’s Solo Solo symphony. While the left hand sounded great strength, the right was blurred, revealing a challenge that, despite being unusual, affected the clarity of execution in a romantic context.
Final reflections on NosTrati
Bach’s Interpretation of Nosrati is a real pleasure for the ears, a sample of a deep musical sensitivity. However, it would be interesting to see how this pianist talented could explore freer and riskstick styles, breaking traditional barriers to bringing their music to new heights.
