The Sonata in E Minor, Op. 38, pays homage to Bach and Beethoven, with its opening theme resembling Bach's Contrapunctus III and the third movement using a fugue form like Beethoven's last cello sonata.
Performer Biography
Pianist Stefan Stroissnig's debut concert at Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires was recognized as 'discovery of the year' by the association of Argentinian music critics.
Performer Biography
Stefan Stroissnig has attracted attention for his performances of works by Franz Schubert and 20th and 21st-century music, including Olivier Messiaen's Turangalîla Symphony.
Performer Biography
Martin Rummel has released over 60 CD albums for various international labels, earning him a reputation as a leading cellist of his generation.
Composition History
The Sonata in E Minor, Op. 38, took three years to compose and another year and a half before its premiere in Basel on March 8, 1867.
Performer Biography
Cellist Martin Rummel describes himself as a 'Musician, cultural manager, academic, enjoying life,' with cello playing remaining his 'core business.'
Album & Artwork
The album cover features the 'Rot(h)er Igel' inn in Vienna, where Brahms regularly ate lunch and had Tokay wine kept especially for him.
You might also enjoy...
F. Schubert & J. Brahms: The Complete Duos - Coda
Soirées Internationales
Romantique - Yeonsun Joo, Cello
Brahms & Schumann - Works for Cello and Piano
Alexey Stadler - Karina Sposobina
Rachmaninoff & Barber: Cello Sonatas
NIGHT SESSIONS
Dream
Afterglow: The Forgotten Works for Cello & Piano by Henry Hadley
