Pianist Praxedis Geneviève Hug is a Steinway Artist and has performed in major concert venues like the Vienna Musikverein and the Berlin Philharmonie.
Album & Artwork
The album 'HOPE' by Duo Praxedis aims to offer hope and confidence during a time of global fear and negativity, featuring arrangements of spirituals and gospels.
Performer Biography
Harpist Praxedis Hug-Rütti plays on a master harp made by the firm of Horngacher.
Performer Biography
Duo Praxedis is dedicated to reviving the once popular repertory for harp and piano, which flourished between 1700 and 1915.
Performer Biography
Duo Praxedis, consisting of harpist Praxedis Hug-Rütti and pianist Praxedis Geneviève Hug, has released 16 CDs, including two double CDs and several world-premiere recordings.
Compositional Technique
The album features original arrangements for harp and piano, a duo genre that was popular in the 19th century.
Interpretation
The arrangements for harp and piano on this album remove the religious meaning of the original vocal songs, using spherical harp sounds and sparkling piano figurations.
