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Ludwig van Beethoven - Complete String Quartets 3 [COMPACT DISCS] date 10/24/2006

For this album, we have decided to record three works written between 1916 and 1926. In that period marked by the First World War and it's aftermath, itis remarkable to note these three composers' widely varying creative approaches and ideas. Composed during a summer stay at the French seaside resort of Capbreton, Frank Martin's piano trio has accompanied us on our journey as an ensemble ever since we were students. It's unique melodic approach combined with complex rhythms based on Irish and Celtic folk music always remain a wonderful challenge and never cease to rekindle our enjoyment in making music together! Two of us - Gergana and Pavlin - have been familiar with the music of Pancho Vladigerov ever since early childhood. His sole piano trio, a monumental work in A Minor, captivates us with it's original melodies and harmonies. Although Vladigerov finished writing it during his studies in Berlin, we also find that it has unmistakable traces of Bulgarian folklore. With joy and enthusiasm, we have incorporated it into our repertoire; now, with this recording, we are thrilled to make it known to a wider audience of interested music lovers. Joaquin Turina's frequently performed Second Piano Trio is a work we discovered somewhat by chance in 2011. After only one rehearsal we were already fascinated with this colorful, highly emotional composition that presents Spanish harmonies and rhythms in a thoroughly authentic way, as in the dancelike Scherzo in typical 5/8 meter. We always look forward to playing this work, renewing our acquaintance with it as with an old beloved friend, and having the opportunity to share it with the audience! Album Tracks 1. Trio sur des mélodies populaires irlandaises, for Piano Trio~Allegro moderato 2. Trio sur des mélodies populaires irlandaises, for Piano Trio~Adagio 3. Trio sur des mélodies populaires irlandaises, for Piano Trio~

Her Story rather than InchHis StoryInch On her new GENUIN album, the remarkable Austrian pianist Mitra Kotte reexamines music history, placing women composers of the 19th and 20th centuries at the forefront. How many people truly know the works of Dora Pejacevic, Louise Farrenc, Cecile Chaminade, or Emilie Mayer as they deserve? Mitra Kotte, a prizewinner at international competitions, sheds light on a long-overlooked chapter of music. With great passion and the highest technical mastery, she introduces us to exquisite gems and profound works that leave us marveling both visually and aurally! Album Tracks 1. Souvenir des Huguenots. Fantaisie et variations sur le célèbre choral protestant de Luther, Op. 19 2. Tonwellen. Waltz, Op. 30 3. Impromptu 4. Original Theme and Variations, Op. 3 5. Piano Sonata, Op. 21~Allegro appassionato 6. Piano Sonata, Op. 21~Andante 7. Piano Sonata, Op. 21~Allegro 8. Sylvains, Op. 60 9. Four Sketches, Op. 15~No. 3 Dreaming 10. Život Cvijeca (The Life of Flowers), Op. 19~No. 1 Snowdrops 11. Život Cvijeca (The Life of Flowers), Op. 19~No. 2 Violets 12. Život Cvijeca (The Life of Flowers), Op. 19~No. 5 Rose 13. Život Cvijeca (The Life of Flowers), Op. 19~No. 7 Lilies 14. Vers la vie nouvelle (Towards a New Life) 15. Maschine. Toccata 16. Dubnová preludia (April Preludes), Op. 13~No. 1 Allegro ma non troppo 17. Dubnová preludia (April Preludes), Op. 13~No. 2 Andante 18. Dubnová preludia (April Preludes), Op. 13~No. 3 Andante semplice 19. Dubnová preludia (April Preludes), Op. 13~No. 4 Vivo