Hayato Sumino – Chopin Orbit (Vinyl 2LP)

Hayato Sumino’s Eagerly Anticipated Second Album Chopin Orbit on LP.

Following the success of his acclaimed Sony debut Human Universe, Hayato Sumino – known globally as ‘Cateen’ – returns with Chopin Orbit, a conceptually rich and emotionally resonant album that places the music of Frédéric Chopin at its center.

Chopin, Sumino’s favorite composer, has long been a gravitational force in his artistic life. That connection was first spotlighted during his standout performances at the 2021 International Chopin Competition and now takes full flight in Chopin Orbit.

This unique collection features Sumino’s original compositions inspired by Chopin’s masterpieces, not as imitations but as creative echoes melodies and motifs reimagined through the lens of a 21st century classical artist.

Included are pieces such as Chopin’s “Polonaise-Fantasie op. 61,” “Nocturne in C-sharp minor,” “Berceuse, and Raindrop Prelude,” alongside Hayato’s original works “White Keys” and “Post Rain.” Also featured are works by Thomas Adès, Leopold Godowsky, and Leoš Janáček – highlighting Chopin’s influence across generations.

1. Prologue
2. Etude in A-Flat Major, Op. 25 No. 1 “Aeolian Harp”
3. Lydian Harp
4. Prelude in D-Flat Major, Op. 28 No. 15 “Raindrop Prelude”
5. Raindrop Postlude
6. Etude in G-Flat Major, Op. 10 No. 5 “Black Keys”
7. White Keys
8. Mazurka No. 15 in C-Major, Op. 24 No. 2
9. Mazurkas for Piano, Op. 27: Second Mazurka
10. Nocturne No. 20 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth.
11. Larghetto
12. Berceuse
13. Good Night!
14. Polonaise No. 7 in A-Flat Major, Op. 61 “Polonaise-Fantasie”
15. Imaginary Polonaise
16. Grande Valse brillante in E-Flat Major, Op. 18
17. Concert Paraphrase of Chopin’s Grande Valse brillante