The performers believe that Schumann, Shostakovich, and Martinů all share a commitment to poetry, sensibility, and sincerity in their music, even when facing difficult external conditions.
Performer Biography
Danae Dörken, the pianist, co-founded the Molyvos International Music Festival (MIMF) on the Greek island of Lesbos with her sister in 2015.
Performer Biography
Benedict Kloeckner, the cellist, is considered one of the most admired talents of the new generation of soloists and performs worldwide with top orchestras and conductors.
Album & Artwork
The album's title, "Between Nostalgia and Revolution," reflects the artists' desire to combine Schumann's works with 20th-century compositions that share his innovative spirit.
Historical Context
All three of Robert Schumann's cycles on this album were written in 1849, a year of revolution in Germany that influenced him, even though he observed the events from afar.
Performer Biography
Pianist Danae Dörken, who was mentored by Yehudi Menuhin at age seven, is recognized as an elite international artist known for her technique, stage presence, and musical depth.
Composer Biography
Robert Schumann considered 1849, the year he wrote the works featured on this album, to be his most fruitful year as a composer.
