Discography
Radamés Gnattali: a recorded legacy
Over the past decade, Luís Rabello has emerged as one of the leading interpreters of the music of Radamés Gnattali (1906–1988), bringing to light the depth, sophistication, and originality of this iconic Brazilian composer. Born from a close friendship between Gnattali and the Rabello family, this artistic journey gained new dimension when the composer’s widow, Nelly Gnattali, granted Luís exclusive access to his unpublished manuscripts.
Since then, Rabello has recorded the world premiere performances of several important works, including the Piano Sonatas Nos. 1 and 2, Estudo em Choro, Three Preludes for Piano, the Sonata and Poem for Violin and Piano, among others. These recordings have received high praise from international publications such as Gramophone, Diapason, and De Standaard, establishing Rabello as a true ambassador of Brazilian music on the international stage.
Moto contínuo - listen
Moto Contínuo is a landmark album featuring world premiere recordings of Radamés Gnattali’s piano works, where Luís Rabello reveals the composer’s unique fusion of classical tradition and Brazilian popular rhythms. Praised by Gramophone, Diapason, and De Standaard, the album affirms Rabello’s place as a leading interpreter of Brazilian concert music.
Flor da noite - listen
Flor da Noite offers a lyrical and intimate journey through Brazilian music for violin and piano, featuring expressive works by Radamés Gnattali that blend impressionistic nuance with the spirit of choro and samba. Interpreted with poetic sensitivity by pianist Luís Rabello and violinist Floor Braam, the album was named one of the top 10 releases of the year by Classic FM.
Radamés Gnattali Piano Recital - listen
Radamés Gnattali Piano Recital marks Luís Rabello’s debut as a recording artist, featuring the world premiere recordings of the Piano Sonata No. 1 and Vaidosa No. 3. This bold and elegant album introduced audiences to the depth of Gnattali’s piano writing and established Rabello as a leading interpreter of the composer’s work.
Canção - listen
Canção is an intimate EP exploring the lyrical world of Radamés Gnattali’s songs, in their first-ever recordings, performed by pianist Luís Rabello and his wife, the acclaimed Dutch singer Agnes Gosling. Blending classical finesse with the warmth of Brazilian song, the duo brings new life to Gnattali’s expressive and rarely heard vocal works.