Robert Schumann - Waldszenen; Carnaval; Geistervariationen (Dasol Kim)

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Composer: Robert Schumann

• Waldszenen, Op. 82
• Carnaval, Op. 9
• Geister-Variationen, WoO 24

Dasol Kim, piano

Date: 2026

Label: Aparté

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Robert Schumann’s music serves as a lifelong artistic companion for pianist Dasol Kim, who engages deeply with the composer’s capacity to express fleeting emotional states and introspective moments with subtle precision. The programme highlights key works such as Carnaval, Waldszenen (Forest Scenes), and the final Geistervariationen (“Ghost Variations”), dedicated to Clara Schumann and first published in 1939. These compositions intertwine literary allusions, elements of popular imagination, and reflections on Schumann’s life and psychological world. Through this repertoire, Dasol Kim offers an interpretive exploration of Schumann’s poetic imagination, revealing the emotional depth and narrative richness embedded in his musical language.

Dasol Kim has emerged as one of the most compelling pianists of his generation, gaining international recognition following a notable performance with the New York Philharmonic. Praised by critics for his striking interpretative depth, refined tone, and exceptional clarity, he has established a dynamic presence on the global concert stage. As a soloist, he has appeared with leading orchestras including the Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich, Berlin Konzerthaus Orchestra, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, collaborating with conductors such as Marin Alsop, Myung-Whun Chung, and Lawrence Foster. He is also a frequent guest at major international festivals, where he performs alongside distinguished chamber partners including Gautier Capuçon and David Geringas, further underscoring his versatility as both soloist and chamber musician.

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