This album was recorded at La Ferme de Villefavard, a converted granary in France known for its exceptional acoustics, renovated by architect Gilles Ebersolt and acoustician Albert Yaying Xu.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album explores how Beethoven's last cello sonata influenced Johannes Brahms and Richard Strauss, two composers with distinct styles.
Composer Biography
Beethoven's six cello sonatas, three variation cycles, and Triple Concerto significantly enhanced the instrument's expressive capabilities.
Album & Artwork
The album takes listeners on a journey through the German Romantic repertoire, highlighting tradition, originality, and innovation.
Instruments
Estelle Revaz plays a 1679 cello by G. Grancino and an 1825 bow by J. Eury, generously provided by Swiss patrons of the arts.
Performer Biography
François Killian, the pianist, has won prizes at major international competitions, including the Chopin Competition in Warsaw and the ARD Music Competition in Munich.
Performer Biography
Estelle Revaz, the cellist, is an 'Artist in Residence' with the Geneva Chamber Orchestra for three years, starting from the 2017/2018 season.
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