“A Child’s Dream” is a reflection of my personal journey in the music world, from some of the very first pieces I played as a child to significant milestones (like my concerto debut at age 9) sharing my exciting story with our listeners. This programme showcases the music that has been my lifelong companion, travelling with me across the globe but also some hidden gems by neglected composers throughout history, voices which deserve to be heard. – Alexandra Dariescu
A Child’s Dream
Alexandra Dariescu – Piano
Academy of St Martin in the Fields – Orchestra
Richard Harwood – Cello
Tomo Keller – Violin
Release date: February 6th 2025
Catalogue number: SIGCD895
Barcode: 635212089521
Rondo in D Major, K. 382:
[1] I. Allegretto grazioso
[2] II. Adagio
[3] III. Allegro
[4] Christmas Album, Op. 8: I. Child’s Dream
[5] Humble Birth
3 Pieces for Cello and Piano:
[6] I. Moderato
[7] II. Sans vitesse et à l’aise
[8] III. Vite et nerveusement rythmé
3 Romances for Violin and Piano, Op. 22:
[9] I. Andante Molto
[10] II. Allegretto
[11] III. Leidenschaftlich schnell
[12] Prelude in B Minor, BWV 855a (Arr. for Piano by Alexander Siloti)
[13] A Map of Laughter
[14] Children’s Carnival, Op. 25: VI. Harlequin
[15] The Goblin and the Mosquito
[16] Romance
[17] Songs without Words No. 5 (Arr. for Piano by Graham Griffiths)
[18] Premières pensées musicales, Op. 3: III. Mazurka
[19] Joc țigănesc
[20] A prole do bebê, W140 No. 1: VII. O polichinelo