Marie-Elisabeth Hecker, the cellist on this album, made her international breakthrough by winning the first prize and two special prizes at the 8th Rostropovich Competition in Paris in 2005.
Performer Biography
Martin Helmchen, the pianist on this album, is described as one of the most sought-after pianists today and has performed on prestigious international stages for two decades.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in December 2019 and February 2023 at the Sendesaal Bremen in Germany.
Performer Biography
Cellist Marie-Elisabeth Hecker and pianist Martin Helmchen are married and co-founded and co-direct the Fliessen International Chamber Music Festival.
Album & Artwork
This album, titled "From Eastern Europe," features cello sonatas by Rachmaninov, Stravinsky, Shostakovich, Prokofiev, Weinberg, and Schnittke.
