Melvin Chen made an impressive debut with his recording of Beethoven"s "Diabelli Variations" (BRIDGE 9189). On his new recording he performs both of Shostakovich"s Piano Sonatas (Op. 12 and Op. 61), his "Ten Aphorisms, Op. 13", and his charming "Dances of the Dolls". With notes by Shostakovich authority Malcolm MacDonald, Chen"s insightful performances make this a "must have" disc for all fans of 20th century piano music.