Although the work of Muzio Clementi keyboard adapts well frail and evocative sounds of the piano is from a modern piano - in this case, a Steinway & Son - Howard Shelley approaches the cycle Caprices and Variations Italian composer. Without necessarily play all the time in the same court that his Mozart and Beethoven rivals, willingly agree that nothing in this record is not worth it to wear the label of "little master" which too often the dons. What is given to us to hear the contrary proves that the Roman by his compositions, was fully aware of his talent. Unfortunately for the music lover, it is most frequently reported in the literature as the disc or concert. Callee between the precious and capricious style of Haydn and the more lyrical and romantic Beethoven, never completely surrender to emotions, his music offers colors that are sure to use in turn, Schubert or Mendelssohn . By its clear and virtuoso playing, Shelley fits seamlessly with its translucent and dynamic structure. Clementien in the soul - the complete seventy Piano Sonatas Clementi (or twelve CDs) being already under his belt - Howard Shelley strives to make these "Capriccios and Variations" an irresistible bait to So much so that soon convinced the listener takes the bait without then seek to flee, or even to struggle. Tapping succeeding with an identical pleasure, we must admit that this music widely deserved brought up to date. Thus reassessed, she found once and for all - at least we hope - a status it should never have lost.
