8 Concert Studies is one of Kapustin's most popular works. Composed in 1984, the studies demonstrate Kapustin's varied and imaginative style. In each study, the pianist is confronted with diverse and often very great challenges that present themselves in a fascinating way. These pieces contain a wide range of musical styles - jazz, blues, ragtime, boogie-woogie, stride piano or bar music: all the etudes are full of energy and tension.
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