A hidden gem from a composer not very known outside of Greece. It’s one of Kalomiris’ most well known pieces and it has pretty much everything you would expect from an early 20th century solo piano piece; fast passages, exotic harmony, octave runs, daring modulations etc. Some other highlights include the two recapitulations of the main theme, once in the key of the dominant and once in the key of the tonic, with increasingly tense left hand accompaniment and the dazzling cadenza at the very end.
Garoufalis’ interpretation is stunning, having sublime dynamic control (especially during the quiet parts), while sustaining a light touch throughout the piece.