Violinist Simona Venslovaitė, born and educated in Lithuania, is passionate about contemporary music and aims to bring the music of her homeland to a broader audience.
Recording & Production
The most recent known recordings of these sonatas were made more than three decades ago, making this album a significant new release.
Historical Context
The four sonatas on this album span half a century of complex Lithuanian history, reflecting a search for identity and creativity under harsh conditions.
Performer Biography
Pianist Veronika Kopjova, also from Lithuania, has a wide repertoire from Baroque to contemporary music and performs worldwide as a chamber musician and soloist.
Album & Artwork
This album features four sonatas for violin and piano by Lithuanian composers Juozas Gruodis, Kazimieras Viktoras Banaitis, Stasys Vainiūnas, and Julius Juzeliūnas.
Historical Context
The history of Lithuania, marked by oppression and struggles for liberation, has given rise to a unique musical culture.
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