New Album
Award-winning Canadian pianist Benjamin Bertin makes his ATMA Classique debut with a recording devoted to the piano sonatas of Nikolai Medtner, “the sleeping giant of Russian piano music.”
Press Reviews
“Bertin’s refined playing reflects his strong pianistic pedigree. The fine balance created by his elegant pianism and his undeniable understanding of Russian romantic style merits the additional spice of Slavic passionate risk-taking at climactic moments, which will only enhance the playing of this highly accomplished pianist.”
“Bertin uses a variety of touches to capture anxiety, differentiate textures, and create layers of sound finely assembled. A technically proficient pianist, he has the gift of imagination and poetic sensibility to render justice fully to Medtner’s grim work.”
“...with the craft of a virtuoso and the taste of an intelligent artist...Bertin plays with clarity, attention to colouristic effects, and sensitivity.”
“This album is a valuable contribution to the Medtner recording catalogue and a remarkable debut.” (Read full article)
-La Scena Musicale
“Bertin's playing is also sensitive and contrasting, doing complete justice to the numerous changes in tone. We particularly appreciate the powerful and clear sound of the piano's lower register, the real driving force behind the different movements that make up the work.”
“We hear every note clearly, even in the busiest passages. Bertin performs these works with remarkable solidity, precision and flexibility, a real success!” (Read full article)