B3: Bach, Bartók, Boulez

Featuring

David Petrlik
Johann Sebastian Bach
Béla Bartók
Pierre Boulez

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Composer's Artistic Vision

The works for solo violin by Bach, Bartók, and Boulez are considered historically significant for their modernity in their respective eras.

Compositional Technique

These three works, despite their avant-garde aspects, are linked by a shared heritage and serve as vehicles for musical invention in violin writing.

Performer Biography

In 2016, David Petrlik was selected by Gidon Kremer to participate in the "Chamber music connects the world" program, allowing him to perform with notable musicians.

Recording & Production

This recording project aims to explore how Bach, Bartók, and Boulez, each in their own way, approached sound, harmony, and counterpoint for the violin.

Album & Artwork

The album title, "B 3 BACH, BARTÓK, BOULEZ," refers to the three composers featured: Johann Sebastian Bach, Béla Bartók, and Pierre Boulez.

Performer Biography

David Petrlik, the violinist on this recording, has won several competitions including the Jascha Heifetz, Ginette Neveu, and Felix Mendelssohn competitions.