Forgotten Melodies by Alexander Malofeev, a 28‑track solo‑piano release of classical music, has recently been released by Sony Classical.
“I chose Berlin more or less by accident, but previously it had been home to Glinka, Glazunov and Medtner at some point in their lives.” – Alexander Malofeev
A Journey Back to Russia – Through the Eyes of a Pianist on a New Continent
Moscow‑born Alexander Malofeev has just dropped his debut studio album, Forgotten Melodies, a lyrical homage to four Russian composers who left their homeland in search of—or forced into—foreign exile. The 20‑year‑old virtuoso, who has been calling Berlin home since 2022, brings a fresh, deeply personal perspective to the repertoire of Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nikolai Medtner, Mikhail Glinka and Alexander Glazunov.
“With this recording, I seek to connect traces of my heritage with those of the present.” – Malofeev
The album’s subtitle, Nostalgia for an imaginary world, untroubled by life’s mundane realities, captures the ethereal atmosphere that permeates every track. Malofeev’s pianism is simultaneously “muscular” and “infinite in subtlety,” as noted by early reviewers, and his interpretations have been praised for their “poetic depth” and “textural nuance.”
The Core of Forgotten Melodies
- Nikolai Medtner
- Danza rustica, Canzona serenata, Danza silvestra
- Highlights: Poetic pianism, deep personal connection, full‑blooded life of the music
- Sergei Rachmaninoff
- Piano Sonata No. 2, 1st movement
- Highlights: Tremendous muscularity, infinite subtleties of expression, textural nuances
- Alexander Glazunov
- “La nuit”
- Highlights: Tender performance, heart‑melting beauty
- Mikhail Glinka
- Mazurka in C minor, Polka in D minor, Farewell Waltz
- Highlights: Tribute to the father of Russian classical music, evoking exile
All four composers were born in Russia but died far from home, Glazunov in Paris (1936), Glinka in Berlin (1857), Rachmaninoff in Beverly Hills (1943), and Medtner in London (1951).
About Malofeev
Alexander Malofeev is not only a prodigy, he’s a storyteller, weaving the past into the present with an unmistakable lyrical voice. Critics have described his playing as “a dream‑like fusion of power and tenderness,” and his recordings have already earned him spots on several “Best of 2023” lists in Europe.
Where to Listen
- Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music – “Forgotten Melodies” is now streaming.
- Physical Release – Limited edition CD and vinyl (pressed in Berlin) available via the official website and select retailers.
- Music Video – An artistic video for La nuit drops on YouTube this Friday.
Forgotten Melodies by Alexander Malofeev
Malofeev’s interpretations carry an emotional depth that speaks to a universal longing for a world untroubled by mundane realities. By weaving together the works of Medtner, Rachmaninoff, Glinka and Glazunov, the album functions as a dialogue between past and present, reminding listeners that music can bridge geographic and temporal gaps. Each track showcases technical mastery, from Medtner’s rhythmic vitality to Rachmaninoff’s muscularity, while maintaining a nuanced, expressive touch that brings the music to life.
In the Words of the Critics
“Alexander Malofeev’s Forgotten Melodies is a stunning debut that captures the soul of Russian Romanticism with contemporary sensitivity.” – Classic Voice
“The pianist’s touch is both vigorous and delicate, a true testament to his mastery of the keyboard.” – The Musical Review
Catch the dream.
Listen to Forgotten Melodies now and immerse yourself in a world where past and present collide, one beautiful piano phrase at a time.
#AlexanderMalofeev #ForgottenMelodies #DebutAlbum #ClassicalPiano #Medtner #Rachmaninoff #Glazunov #Glinka #BerlinMusicScene #RussianClassical #SonyClassical #MusicReview #PianoPerformance #MusicNews #NewRelease #MusicLovers #CulturalHeritage #ExiledComposers #InstrumentalMusic #MusicPodcast
Album cover artwork: ℗ 2026 Sony Classical, a label of Sony Music Entertainment
