Rediscovering Busoni: The Visionary Pianist Beyond His Bach Transcriptions

Jiayan Sun
Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Jiayan Sun reflects on the life and legacy of Ferruccio Busoni and introduces his new album, showcasing Busoni’s music alongside works that influenced him

Jiayan Sun has recorded an album with Busoni at its heart, also including music by Bach and Liszt (credit: Roger Mastroianni)
Jiayan Sun has recorded an album with Busoni at its heart, also including music by Bach and Liszt (credit: Roger Mastroianni)

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