Arabesque No.1 Vintage NY Steinway & Shigeru Kawai SK3 sound comparison journey

Debussy Arabesque No.1, Chopin Minute Waltz, recorded with two distinct grand pianos. A vintage 1970s New York Steinway (ivory keys) and the futuristic Shigeru Kawai SK3. This album invites you to enjoy a rare and refined side by side comparison of these iconic works.


The featured track, Arabesque No.1, is recorded twice, once on each piano. The vintage Steinway, despite being over 50 years old, still boasts a remarkably powerful and sophisticated clarity in its sound. Each piano brings a unique character and color to the same piece, expertly tuned and recorded under the guidance of a professional sound engineer to achieve the highest quality in tonal detail.


In the Shigeru Kawai version of Arabesque No.1, pay special attention to the final moments. Through masterful pedaling, you will hear subtle overtone harmonics that shimmer like floating orbs in the air, a fleeting sonic miracle. Yuko Claire beautifully captures the essence of the composer perspective recreating the intricate beauty of Islamic Arabesque architecture through sound. When listened to with headphones, the acoustic details become even more vivid and breathtaking.


Even at low volume, this track creates an uplifting and focused environment, ideal for working, studying, or simply resetting your mind. It's also a wonderful mood booster, perfect for those moments when you need a little extra energy or a vibrational lift.


As a certified crystal healer as well as the pianist, Yuko Claire channels both clarity and intention through her music. This performance is not only a musical delight. It's a subtle form of sound healing you can return to anytime you need to refresh, recharge, or simply smile.


Recorded in 24bitwav high resolution audio, this studio album offers a deeply immersive experience, a journey into the rich textures of the piano and the timeless magic of sound itself.