Mikhail Pletnev releases his first studio album with Deutsche Grammophon since 2005. The artistic versatility of the pianist, conductor and composer is reflected in the unique expressiveness of his interpretations of two significant prelude cycles: Chopin's 24 Préludes, Op. 28 and Scriabin's 24 Préludes, Op. 11. With his unmistakable sound, the legendary Russian artist captures the character of each individual piece.

This is a release full of surprises that defies every cliché. Originally intended as a concert recording, it was ultimately recorded in the studio. This is fortunate for all listeners, as what emerged from the studio recording in a single four-and-a-half-hour session can only be described as pure magic, whether this was coincidence or the intervention of a higher musical providence.

Pletnev recorded the album on his favourite instrument: a Shigeru Kawai grand piano that he alone plays, and which is brought to all his concerts. Its tonal palette and clarity lend his interpretations additional depth. This high-resolution digital recording was made using an eleven-channel microphone setup, which highlights the finest nuances and details.