Duo Ahlert & Schwab, the performers on this album, began their career in 1992 by winning the Concours international des Duos in Belgium.
Many of the works on this recording were written specifically for the award-winning Duo Ahlert & Schwab.
The mandolin played on this recording was made by Reinhold Seiffert in 1989, and the guitar by Frank-Peter Dietrich, Tosca, in 1996.
Over fifty composers of various nationalities and styles have dedicated compositions to Duo Ahlert & Schwab, the performers on this recording.
This album is a tribute to American composers who have written for the mandolin or guitar, featuring stylistically diverse works.
This album features world premiere recordings of several pieces for mandolin and guitar.
