International concert pianist Sunny Li is thrilled to announce the global release of her latest album, 12 Months of Grieg, available now on iTunes, Amazon Music, and Apple Music. Released on May 17th, this extraordinary collection takes you on a journey through 12 selections from Grieg’s Lyric Pieces. In this album, the colors, dynamics, and melodies of each piece represent a month of the year. In 12 Months of Grieg, Sunny masterfully captures the shifting colors and moods of each season, drawing listeners into a world of imagination and musical storytelling.
Sunny describes the album as her interpretation of Grieg’s intimate piano language, using music to depict her inner vision of the year. From the snow-covered blooms of January to the fiery sunsets of July and whispering reeds of August, every piece offers a unique and poetic reflection on time and nature.
The album has garnered significant praise from critics and the world of classical music. 12 Months of Grieg was named one of the ‘Best Classical Albums of the Week’ by Classical Music Asia. The review highlighted her ability to “breathe fresh life into Grieg’s beloved works, offering interpretations that are both profoundly moving and artistically innovative.”
This album marks a groundbreaking moment for Sunny, as it was recorded on her Steinway Spirio R — an innovative recording system that combines the artistry of a traditional Steinway with cutting-edge recording technology. Sunny is the world’s first Steinway Artist to record an album on Spirio R, and her recordings for 12 Months of Grieg will be permanently featured in Steinway’s automatic performance system, ensuring her interpretations will be enjoyed for generations to come.
“I’ve always admired Grieg’s ability to bring the beauty of nature and human emotion to life through music,” Sunny explained. “This collaboration with Steinway represents not only a milestone in my career but also a bridge between traditional piano artistry and modern technology.”
Sunny Li is one of today’s most compelling interpreters of the classical piano repertoire. This album is an essential addition to any music lover’s collection. Listeners will be enchanted by her ability to integrate technical brilliance with heartfelt emotion, creating a transcendent experience that lingers long after the music ends.
