Joseph Mayseder's works were immensely popular in the 19th century, with around 900 editions published across Europe and America, and performed in thousands of concerts worldwide by leading artists.
Performer Biography
Raimund Lissy, the violinist on this recording, is a principal of the second violins for the Vienna Philharmonic and is dedicated to researching and performing the works of Joseph Mayseder.
Composer Biography
Joseph Mayseder was highly active as a chamber musician throughout his life, performing with famous contemporaries such as Franz Liszt and presumably Clara Wieck.
Notable Performances
Joseph Mayseder participated in the world premieres of Ludwig van Beethoven's 7th and 9th Symphonies, as well as his cantata 'Der glorreiche Augenblick,' often under Beethoven's own direction.
Composer Biography
Joseph Mayseder, a Viennese violinist and composer, was considered an extraordinary virtuoso by age 16, according to a testimonial signed by Haydn and Salieri, among others.
Recording & Production
This album features world premiere recordings of Joseph Mayseder's 'Variations Concertantes' for Piano, Violin, Viola and Cello in F major, Op. 24.
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