Robert Schumann; Mykola Lysenko; Johannes Brahms - Heartlands (Dmytro Choni)

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Composer: Robert Schumann; Mykola Lysenko; Johannes Brahms

• Schumann - Piano Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 22
• Schumann - Novelette in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 21: VIII. Sehr lebhaft
• Lysenko - Rhapsody on Ukrainian Themes No. 2, Op. 18 (Dumka-Schumka)
• Lysenko - Rêverie, Op. 13 (Visions of the Past)
• Brahms - 2 Rhapsodies, Op. 79
• Brahms - 4 Klavierstücke, Op. 119

Dmytro Choni, piano

Date: 2026

Label: Naive

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Heartlands presents a curated dialogue between German Romanticism and Ukrainian musical identity through works by Johannes Brahms, Robert Schumann, and Mykola Lysenko. Interpreted by prize-winning pianist Dmytro Choni, the programme reflects a synthesis of introspection, emotional intensity, and national musical character. Drawing on Lysenko’s role as a foundational figure in Ukrainian composition and a collector of folk traditions, the album situates Romantic-era German repertoire alongside Ukrainian cultural expression, creating a reflective cross-cultural narrative. Choni, laureate of major international competitions including Leeds and Van Cliburn, emphasizes the emotional and cultural “heartlands” that shape musical identity, reorienting the listener toward a broader, more interconnected view of the Romantic tradition.

Dmytro Choni is an internationally acclaimed pianist born in Kyiv in 1993, recognized for his technical mastery and expressive versatility. Trained in Kyiv and Graz under teachers including Milana Chernyavska and Gabriela Montero, he has earned major competition successes, notably at the Leeds International Piano Competition and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Choni maintains an active international career, performing with leading orchestras and appearing at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Wigmore Hall, and the Musikverein. His repertoire spans a wide stylistic range from Romantic to contemporary music, reflected in critically praised recordings and collaborations, including a partnership with violinist Frank Peter Zimmermann. He is widely regarded for his interpretative depth, stylistic adaptability, and refined musical intelligence.

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