Taneyev: Violin Sonata & Piano Quintet, Op. 30 Spectrum Concerts Berlin, Boris Brovtsyn, Mohamed Hiber, Gareth Lubbe, Alexey Stadler

• Sergey Ivanovich Taneyev (1856 - 1915): Violin Sonata in A Minor:
• 1 Taneyev: Violin Sonata in A Minor: I. Allegro 06:21
• 2 Taneyev: Violin Sonata in A Minor: II. Adagio cantabile 06:09
• 3 Taneyev: Violin Sonata in A Minor: III. Minuetto. Allegretto 04:17
• 4 Taneyev: Violin Sonata in A Minor: IV. Allegro ma non troppo 06:16
• Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 30:
• 5 Taneyev: Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 30: I. Introduzione. Adagio mesto - Allegro patetico 19:05
• 6 Taneyev: Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 30: II. Scherzo. Presto 06:25
• 7 Taneyev: Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 30: III. Largo 09:27
• 8 Taneyev: Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 30: IV. Finale. Allegro vivace 10:23
• Total Runtime 01:08:23

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Sergey Taneyev’s music was acclaimed by some as a ‘model of pure style and sublime art’, but he was a loner whose supreme mastery of European Classical technique placed him outside the more nationalist trends of the day. The Violin Sonata in A minor is neo-Classical in its reserved and often song-like moods and expressions. It contrasts with the grand scale of the Piano Quintet in G minor in which the virtuoso nature of the piano writing reflects Taneyev’s own prowess, and the brilliant integration of the works’ themes cumulate into an overwhelming conclusion.

"Recording Taneyev with such a dream team was an experience simply beyond words. The music of Taneyev combines an enjoyable physicality in the best tradition of Russian virtuoso music with almost a Brahmsian harmonic and structural richness. And the recording process itself makes the experience even more rewarding: it makes you aware of innumerable nuances of these great musical creations. I really hope the listener will enjoy this recording as much as we did working on it." (Eldar Nebolsin)

Spectrum Concerts Berlin:
Eldar Nebolsin, piano
Boris Brovtsyn, violin
Mohamed Hiber, violin
Gareth Lubbe, viola
Alexey Stadler, cello
Frank S. Dodge, artistic director

Spectrum Concerts Berlin
The Vision: A century ago America and Europe were united by strong bonds of musical appreciation. Separated after two wars, these important cultures can be significantly re-connected through the shared experience of high-level chamber music. Music is a medium of powerful and direct communication, which can create moments of profound understanding, and insights that are beyond the power of words. Chamber music, so-called from the smaller spaces and numbers of performers typically involved, provides an especially intimate and compelling musical experience.

The Mission: Founded in 1988 by Frank Dodge, an American cellist living in Germany, Spectrum Concerts Berlin has become well established and widely acclaimed in its native city. Presentation of music by contemporary American composers has been an integral and important part of its presence. Two American Music Weeks hosted in 1990 and 2000 by high-level political and cultural figures were enhanced by lectures and art exhibitions. Highly praised CD’s have made the group’s work available worldwide. Spectrum Concerts Berlin has also organized programs for European music students including two visits to the USA. With the wide acceptance in Berlin, Spectrum Concerts Berlin – USA, Inc., Expanding the Language of Chamber Music has been organized with a mission to extend the work of Spectrum Concerts Berlin - performances by the professional ensemble, master classes and related cultural experiences.

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