John Field - Complete Nocturnes (Alice Sara Ott)

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Composer: John Field

1. Nocturne No. 1 in E-Flat Major, H. 24
2. Nocturne No. 2 in C Minor, H. 25
3. Nocturne No. 3 in A-Flat Major, H. 26
4. Nocturne No. 4 in A Major, H. 36
5. Nocturne No. 5 in B-Flat Major, H. 37
6. Nocturne No. 6 in F Major, H. 40 "Cradle Song"
7. Nocturne No. 7 in A Major, H. 14
8. Nocturne No. 8 in E-Flat Major, H. 30
9. Nocturne No. 9 in E Minor, H. 46
10. Nocturne No. 10 in E Major, H. 54 “Nocturne Pastorale”
11. Nocturne No. 11 in E-Flat Major, H. 56
12. Nocturne No. 12 in E Major, H. 13 “Nocturne Caractéristique: Noontide”
13. Nocturne No. 13 in C Major, H. 45 “Rêverie-Nocturne”
14. Nocturne No. 14 in G Major, H. 58
15. Nocturne No. 15 in D Minor, H. 59 “Song Without Words”
16. Nocturne No. 16 in C Major, H. 60
17. Nocturne No. 17 in C Major, H. 61
18. Nocturne No. 18 in F Major, H. 62

Alice Sara Ott, piano

Date: 2025

Label: Deutsche Grammophon (DG)

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German-Japanese pianist Alice Sara Ott releases her new album, on which she immerses herself in the rarely performed world of John Field, the lesser-known “father” of the beloved Nocturne. “Engaging with Field’s nocturnes was a deeply rewarding experience,” says Ott. “Their beauty and grace affected me profoundly and enriched my life while I was preparing for this recording. By recording this album, I hope to share the story of this historically important composer and to encourage listeners to discover the origins of the Nocturne.”  

The album is a visual and auditory exploration of the pianist’s journey through the music of a nearly forgotten composer. It is not only the first recording of Field’s complete Nocturnes on DG but also the first Dolby Atmos version ever. Additionally, in a complete first for classical music, the album will be accompanied by a series of sophisticated music videos, uniquely crafted in a cutting-edge LED studio, pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. The full 45m film will immerse viewers in the pianist’s imagination and her connection to Field’s music, offering a rare glimpse into the artist’s mind during her creative process.