Capuçon and Argerich first played Beethoven's 'Kreutzer' Sonata together about two years before this recording, with Capuçon describing their performance as 'fireworks'.
Interpretation
Capuçon describes playing the 'Kreutzer' Sonata with Argerich as achieving a state 'beyond free', a degree further than just being free in performance.
Interpretation
Renaud Capuçon credits Martha Argerich with profoundly influencing his own interpretations of Schumann's music, noting her ability to reflect Schumann's changing moods.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded live in concert in April 2022 at the Easter Festival in Aix-en-Provence, and was dedicated to the American pianist Nicholas Angelich, who had recently passed away.
Performer Biography
Violinist Renaud Capuçon first encountered pianist Martha Argerich when he was sixteen, playing in the European Community Youth Orchestra while she was the soloist.
Interpretation
Despite approaching César Franck's Violin Sonata with different backgrounds, Capuçon and Argerich found it easy to collaborate, describing their performances as a kind of improvisation.
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