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  • Debussy Clair de Lune || Rachel Naomi Kudo, Piano
    • 7/26/20

    Debussy Clair de Lune || Rachel Naomi Kudo, Piano

    Rachel Naomi Kudo approaches Debussy's "Clair de Lune" with a delicate touch that encapsulates the essence of the piece. The piano resounds with gentle cascades of melody, drawing listeners into its intricate emotional landscape.

    Each note unfolds like a petal, revealing the underlying beauty and complexity of the composition. Kudo's interpretation captures the ebb and flow of the music, weaving together moments of tranquility and introspection. The phrasing is lyrical, allowing the harmonic harmonies to resonate fully, while subtle dynamics create a sense of depth and nuance.

    As she navigates through the piece, Kudo evokes a serene atmosphere, inviting the audience to explore the delicate interplay between light and shadow embedded in Debussy’s work. The subtle use of rubato adds a personal touch, making each performance unique and expressive.

    In her hands, "Clair de Lune" transcends mere notes on a page and becomes an intimate dialogue between the artist and the listener, a journey through moonlit reflections that linger long after the final chord fades away.
  • Berg Sonata, Op.1 (LIVE 2019) || Rachel Naomi Kudo, Piano
    • 11/23/19

    Berg Sonata, Op.1 (LIVE 2019) || Rachel Naomi Kudo, Piano

    Rachel Naomi Kudo's interpretation of Berg’s Sonata, Op. 1, encapsulates the essence of late Romanticism while embracing the intricate chromaticism characteristic of early 20th-century music. The deeply expressive work showcases a longing and intensity that can be traced back to Wagnerian influences, while also integrating the revolutionary harmonic language pioneered by Arnold Schoenberg.

    The opening of the sonata presents a delicate balance between lyricism and dissonance. Kudo’s nimble fingers navigate the challenging passages with a sensitivity that brings forth the emotional depth embedded in the score. The harmonies, layered with tension, beckon the listener into a world where each note feels imbued with purpose and meaning. The sonata emerges as a profound exploration of identity and expression, showcasing Kudo’s mastery and deep understanding of this seminal work.

    Rachel Naomi Kudo's performance of Berg’s Sonata, Op. 1, serves as a compelling reminder of the evolution of music in the early 20th century, successfully melding the emotive depth of the past with the innovative spirit of an era in transition.
Woman in a blue dress sitting at a grand piano, smiling, with the piano's lid open revealing its strings and hammers.

Woman in a blue dress sitting at a grand piano, smiling, with the piano's lid open revealing its strings and hammers.

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Woman in blue dress sitting on a piano bench next to a grand piano.

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Woman in red dress leaning on a grand piano, smiling.

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Woman in elegant red dress leaning on a grand piano, with a floral accessory.

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Woman in an elegant pink dress seated at a grand piano with concert hall backdrop, smiling.

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Woman in red dress sitting at a Fazioli piano, smiling, with an ornamental theater background.

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Woman in gold dress leaning on a grand piano, smiling, with a theater background.

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Woman in white dress standing by ornate wrought iron gate in an archway.

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Woman in a white dress standing next to a grand piano holding sheet music.

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Woman in a white dress standing beside a grand piano, smiling.

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Woman in a white dress posing in front of a grand piano.

Woman in white dress standing in front of a grand piano, smiling.

Woman in white dress standing in front of a grand piano, smiling.

Woman in a white dress standing in front of a grand piano.

Woman in a white dress standing in front of a grand piano.

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Woman smiling in a white dress against a theater background

Photography by Susi Belianska & Giuseppe Cardullo

Hair and Makeup by Fabio Lococo