Benjamin Baker, the violinist on this album, plays a 1694 Giovanni Grancino instrument, which is on generous loan from a charitable trust.
Album & Artwork
The album is dedicated to the memory of Tessa Gaisman and Carole Donlin, who inspired the performers with their positivity, generosity, and passion for life and music.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded at Ayriel Studios in Whitby, UK, with Paul Baxter serving as both producer and engineer.
Performer Biography
Daniel Lebhardt, the pianist, has been acclaimed by the New York Times for his 'power, poetry and formidable technique'.
Recording & Production
The piano used for this recording is a Steinway model D, serial number 550675, manufactured in 2000.
Album & Artwork
The album title "1919: CODA" refers to the year 1919, which is when the Elgar Violin Sonata, the last piece on the album, was completed.
Performer Biography
Benjamin Baker, the violinist, launched his own festival in 2021 called 'At the World's Edge' (AWE), which takes place annually in Queenstown, New Zealand.
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