JOHN FIELD

On her upcoming album, German-Japanese pianist Alice Sara Ott immerses herself in the rarely performed world of John Field, the creator of the beloved Nocturne. “By recording this album, I hope to share the story of this historically important composer and to encourage listeners to discover the origins of the Nocturne,” says Ott.   

The album is a visual and auditory exploration of Ott’s journey through the music of a nearly forgotten composer. It is not only the first recording of Field’s complete Nocturnes on DG but also the first Dolby Atmos version ever. Additionally, in a complete first for classical music, the album will be accompanied by a series of sophisticated music videos, uniquely crafted in a cutting-edge LED studio, pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. The full 45m film will immerse viewers in the pianist’s imagination and her connection to Field’s music, offering a rare glimpse into the artist’s mind during her creative process. 

Listen to a further pre-release track, Field’s joyful and calm Nocturne No. 14 in G Major, H. 58. The full album will be released digitally, on CD as well as vinyl on 7 February.