Nikolai Korndorf, the composer, developed two careers: lecturing in music at the State Tchaikovsky Conservatoire of Music and guest-conducting throughout the Soviet Union after winning a national competition.
Performer Biography
Anya Alexeyev, a pianist on this album, premiered Paul McCartney's first solo piano piece, 'A Leaf', which was later released on CD.
Composer Biography
Nikolai Korndorf, the composer, died suddenly on May 30, 2001, while playing football with his son, having ignored his doctor's advice to take life more easily after an operation.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Korndorf's music incorporates diverse influences, including medieval choral music, modern rock, folk music, underground music, romantic music, European avant-garde, and American minimalism.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Nikolai Korndorf, the composer, believed his music should address serious topics like philosophy, religion, and morality, aiming to evoke an emotional response rather than indifference from listeners.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Korndorf, the composer, often spoke about the importance of vision for an artist, seeing the familiar anew, and his music often combines simple, folksong-like qualities with an esoteric, ritualistic presentation.
Composer Biography
Alexander Ivashkin, a cellist on this album, was encouraged to pursue a career as a solo cellist by Mstislav Rostropovich.
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