Roland Pöntinen, the pianist on this recording, is also an active composer whose work Blue Winter was performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra at Carnegie Hall.
Composition History
The original title for Salut d'amour was 'Liebesgruß' (Love's Greeting), but Elgar agreed to rename it for better sales.
Composition History
Elgar composed his Violin Sonata in less than a month in 1918, after recuperating from throat surgery at a peaceful cottage called Brinkwells.
Performer Biography
Ulf Wallin, the Swedish violinist on this recording, has performed with eminent conductors like Esa-Pekka Salonen and Paavo Järvi, and has made over 50 recordings.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Elgar described the Violin Sonata's movements as "bold and vigorous," "fantastic, curious with a very expressive middle section," and "very broad and soothing."
Composition History
Elgar's Chanson de nuit was originally titled 'Evensong' or 'Vesper,' but his publisher Novello suggested a French name for better sales.
Composition History
Elgar composed Salut d'amour, one of his most popular miniatures, as an engagement gift for Caroline Alice Roberts, who became his wife in 1889.
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