Chopin Orbit

Description

The highly anticipated second album from Japanese pianist and composer Hayato Sumino (aka "Cateen"). Following the success of his critically acclaimed debut album on Sony, *Human Universe*, Hayato Sumino, known worldwide as Cateen, returns with *Chopin Orbit*, a powerful and emotionally rich concept album that places the music of Frédéric Chopin at the heart of his artistic approach. Chopin, Hayato's favorite composer, has always exerted a true gravitational force on his musical universe. This connection was revealed to the public during his notable performances at the 2021 Chopin Competition, and now fully takes flight in *Chopin Orbit*. This unique collection features original works by Hayato Sumino, inspired by Chopin's masterpieces, not as mere pastiches, but as creative reinventions: melodies and motifs revisited through the prism of a 21st-century classical artist. The album notably includes Chopin's Polonaise-Fantaisie op. 61, Nocturne in C-sharp minor, Berceuse, and Prelude "Raindrop", alongside original compositions such as *White Keys* and *Post Rain* by Hayato Sumino. Also included are works by Thomas Adès, Leopold Godowsky, and Leos Janacek, highlighting Chopin's timeless influence across generations.