Sergei Prokofiev - Miniatures (Brian Woods)

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Composer: Sergei Prokofiev

• Visions fugitives, Op. 22
• Tales of an Old Grandmother, Op. 31
• Sarcasms, Op. 17
• 4 Pieces, Op. 4: No. 1, Reminiscences

Brian Woods, piano

Date: 2026

Label: Navona

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Building on the success of his debut album Wanderings, pianist Brian Woods presents Prokofiev: Miniatures, a compelling reexamination of Sergei Prokofiev’s short-form piano compositions. Featuring the collections Visions fugitives, Tales of an Old Grandmother, and Sarcasms, the album highlights the composer's characteristic balance of biting irony and lyrical nostalgia. Far from viewing these pieces as minor encores, Woods treats them as central statements of Prokofiev's radical modernist voice. Combining ironclad technical mastery with innovative interpretation, Woods navigates the dense expressive and architectural demands of these early works, delivering a clear, direct, and uncompromising celebration of Prokofiev's concise genius.

Acclaimed for his exceptional musicianship and dynamic stage presence, American pianist Brian Woods has established himself as an internationally recognized performer. His concert engagements span major recital series across North America and Europe, along with notable concerto appearances with ensembles such as the North Carolina Symphony and St. Louis Philharmonic. Woods' acclaimed 2024 debut album, Wanderings, highlighted his technical mastery by pairing Chopin's complete Ballades with works by women composers. A multi-award winner holding degrees from Vanderbilt and the Glenn Gould School, Woods also serves as Music Director for Classical Programming at the World Chess Hall of Fame, leading three consecutive sellout seasons.

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