Poulenc's Sonata was performed at his own memorial concert in 1963 by legendary jazz clarinettist Benny Goodman and Leonard Bernstein.
Performer Biography
Roland Pöntinen, the pianist on this recording, has appeared on 31 other BIS records.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Between Beauty and the Beast," reflects the artist's aim to combine beautiful French pieces with egocentric Swedish works that contain excesses, contradictions, and humor.
Performer Biography
Martin Fröst engages in 'crossover projects,' including performances with light shows and collaborations with dancers and mime artists.
Performer Biography
Martin Fröst, the Swedish clarinettist on this album, won first prize at the Nordic Soloists' Biennale in Tampere, Finland, in 1991.
Composition History
Francis Poulenc's Sonata for clarinet and piano was written in memory of his friend Arthur Honegger, but Poulenc himself passed away shortly after, and the piece was performed at his own memorial concert.
Composer Biography
Many composers who wrote for the clarinet, such as Mozart, Brahms, and Weber, had a clarinettist colleague or friend who inspired their works.
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