The ensemble's name, Die Kolophonistinnen, refers to colophony or rosin, the amber-colored resin essential for creating the sound of cellos.
Notable Performances
The Kolophonistinnen gained international recognition in 2017 by appearing in the Vienna Philharmonic's film during the intermission of the New Year's Concert.
Album & Artwork
The album title, 'Heldinnenleben' (Heroines' Lives), is a play on Richard Strauss's symphonic poem 'Ein Heldenleben' (A Hero's Life), reflecting the ensemble's unique approach.
Interpretation
The Kolophonistinnen aim to convey their own joy of playing directly to their audience, appealing to both older generations familiar with original works and younger audiences new to classical music.
Performer Biography
The Kolophonistinnen, a Vienna cello quartet, were lovingly called 'heroines' by their former cello professor Maria Grün, which inspired their album title.
Compositional Technique
The arrangements on this album for four cellos not only transcribe instrumental voices but also allow for unexpected interventions and alterations of the original material.
Performer Biography
The Kolophonistinnen regularly perform in hospitals, old people's homes, and schools as members of the Yehudi Menuhin organization 'Live Music Now'.
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