Dietrich: Symphony in D Minor, Violin Concerto & Overture in C Major

Featuring

Christoph König
Klaidi Sahatçi
Solistes Européens, Luxembourg
Albert Dietrich

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Performer Biography

Christoph König, the conductor, has been the principal conductor and music director of the Solistes Européens, Luxembourg since 2010 and is also the artistic director and chief conductor of the RTVE Symphony Orchestra, Spain.

Instruments

Klaidi Sahatçi, the violinist on this recording, plays a 1719 Antonio Stradivarius 'ex Wieniawski' violin.

Recording & Production

The Solistes Européens, Luxembourg (SEL) is an orchestra composed of musicians from various European orchestras, known for its original programming that combines classical repertoire with unfamiliar works.

Composer Biography

Albert Dietrich, the composer, was a student of Robert Schumann and became part of the close circle around Clara Schumann, Johannes Brahms, and violinist Joseph Joachim.

Composer Biography

From 1861 to 1890, Albert Dietrich served as director of music at the grand-ducal court of Oldenburg, where he transformed its musical life by inviting prominent musicians like Clara Schumann, Joseph Joachim, and Johannes Brahms to perform.

Critical Reception

Albert Dietrich's Symphony in D minor, Op. 20, despite receiving mixed reviews, was one of the most frequently performed new symphonies of its era.

Composition History

Albert Dietrich, Robert Schumann, and Johannes Brahms collaboratively composed the 'F-A-E' Violin Sonata, dedicated to their friend, violinist Joseph Joachim.