This is Grigory Sokolov’s “debut” recital on Deutsche Grammophon, an outstanding live recording from the Salzburg Festival 2008 of central repertoire: W.A. Mozart, F. Chopin & 6 encores.

At last - after 20 years - the maestro has agreed to allow his recordings to be released on CD - now as an exclusive DG artist. Regarded as one of the world’s leading pianists, and adored by his public in sold-out concerts, Grigory Sokolov is the real thing - an artist dedicated to his art, and nothing else.

Track listing:

Bach, J S: Chorale Prelude BWV639 ‘Ich ruf’ zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ’ arr. Sokolov. Encore

Chopin: Preludes (24), Op. 28

Mazurka No. 47 in A minor, Op. 68 No. 2 encore

Mazurka No. 41 in C sharp minor, Op. 63 No. 3 encore

Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 2 in F, K280

Piano Sonata No. 12 in F major, K332

Rameau: Les Sauvages encore

Scriabin: Poèmes, Op. 69 Nos. 1 & 2 encore