Nikolai Kapustin - 8 Concert Etudes, Op. 40 (Frank Dupree Trio)

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Composer: Nikolai Kapustin

• 8 Concert Etudes, Op. 40 (arr. for piano, double bass and drums)

Frank Dupree Trio

    Frank Dupree, piano

    Jakob Krupp, double bass

    Meinhard Jenne, drums

Date: 2026

Label: CapriccioNR

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Nikolai Kapustin’s Eight Concert Études, Op. 40 (1984) stand among the Ukrainian composer's most virtuosic creations, seamlessly fusing classical étude structures with elements of jazz, ragtime, and blues. Recognizing the natural adaptability of these intricate keyboard works, the Frank Dupree Trio has successfully re-imagined the collection through dynamic arrangements for piano trio. Demonstrating extraordinary artistry across both high-energy and harmonically refined movements, the ensemble brings Kapustin’s music to life with concise phrasing, pristine articulation, and a brilliant conceptual vision. Their masterful execution highlights the timeless versatility and inventive spirit of Kapustin's compositional approach.

Frank Dupree (born 1991 in Rastatt) is a German pianist, conductor and composer. Trained at the University of Music Karlsruhe, he gained early recognition through competition successes, including the Hans von Bülow Competition and the Deutscher Musikwettbewerb. Dupree performs internationally, collaborating with leading orchestras and appearing at major festivals and concert halls worldwide. An award-winning recording artist, he is particularly acclaimed for his interpretations of Nikolai Kapustin. Since 2023, Dupree has served as Artistic Partner of the Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn.

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