Fauré's Sonata for Violin and Piano, Opus 13, was not immediately accepted by the public after its 1878 premiere but is now considered a gem of the violin and piano repertoire.
Instruments
Elmar Oliveira performs on a violin known as the 'Stretton,' made in 1729-30 by Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesu.
Composer Biography
Elgar's intimate knowledge of the violin stemmed from playing the instrument from age 12 and using it to earn a livelihood as a young man.
Compositional Technique
Fauré's Sonata for Violin and Piano, Opus 13, written in 1876, was considered forward-looking for its time, blending elements of impressionism and modernism.
Performer Biography
Robert Koenig, the pianist on this recording, has performed with many leading artists including Sarah Chang, Hilary Hahn, and Elmar Oliveira.
Performer Biography
Elmar Oliveira, the violinist, is also the first violinist to receive the coveted Avery Fisher Prize.
Performer Biography
Elmar Oliveira, the violinist on this recording, is the first and only American violinist to win the Gold Medal at Moscow's Tchaikovsky International Competition.
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