The modern oboe developed in France during the second half of the 19th century, primarily due to the Tribert family, leading to a "new wave" for the instrument as a solo voice.
Performer Biography
Kerstin Nylander, one of the pianists, considered herself primarily a chamber musician and taught lieder interpretation at the Opera Studio -67 in Stockholm.
Recording & Production
Pianist Kerstin Nylander, who plays on two-thirds of the album, tragically passed away during the recording process, leading Matti Hirvonen to complete the project.
Composition History
Five of the pieces on this recording were commissioned by the Paris Conservatoire as obligatory set pieces for entry examinations and diplomas.
Performer Biography
Bengt Rosengren, the oboist, has been the principal oboe in the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra since 1983 and has performed with conductors like Esa-Pekka Salonen.
Album & Artwork
The album title "Conversations" reflects the intimate nature of chamber music and the collaboration between oboist Bengt Rosengren and pianist Kerstin Nylander.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album features a wide stylistic range, from Blas Maria Colomer's "Grand Opera" style to Makoto Shinohara's modernistic purity and minimalism, all characterized by a typically French melodic flow.
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