Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 14 in C Major (2nd mov) (Piano solo)-N. Kapustin

N. Kapustin - Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 14 in C Major (2nd mov: Andante, Piano solo)

🎼 About the Piece

The second movement of Kapustin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 unfolds with the warmth of a late-night jazz ballad, blending a softly singing melody with rich harmony and an elegant, unhurried pulse.

Behind its relaxed atmosphere lies meticulous writing, where intimate lyricism, subtle rhythmic inflection, and symphonic breadth flow together with Kapustin’s unmistakable sophistication.

✨ Sheet Music Highlights

This piano solo version brings the concerto’s melodic and harmonic layers together on a single keyboard, allowing the performer to experience its orchestral colors through carefully balanced textures.

The piece develops voicing, chordal balance, pedal control, expressive timing, and the ability to preserve a natural pulse while shaping complex jazz-influenced harmony.

🎹 Performance & Recommendation Points

The melody should sing freely above the inner voices, while the accompaniment remains transparent and rhythmically alive without interrupting the movement’s calm atmosphere.

It is recommended for recitals, advanced study, atmospheric programs, and pianists who want to present Kapustin’s lyrical side through refined harmony, mature tone, and understated jazz expression.

Have a happy performance!