While the nocturne — a short, dreamy, and melodically expressive work that evokes the night — is often associated with Chopin, it was pioneered by the lesser-known Irish composer John Field. Alice Sara Ott’s recording of his 18 Nocturnes celebrates the music of the man credited as the inventor of form. “Engaging with Field’s nocturnes was a deeply rewarding experience,” says Ott. “Their beauty and grace affected me profoundly, and I hope that this album may perhaps inspire the occasional listener to discover Field’s music for themselves.”

A visionary musician, Alice Sara Ott continually reimagines the repertoire, creating immersive multimedia experiences through cross-disciplinary collaborations. In addition to making the album, Ott stars in a 50-minute documentary called NOCTURNE available on DG’s streaming platform STAGE+.