Brahms's Variations on a Theme by Robert Schumann, Op. 9, were composed in the immediate aftermath of Robert Schumann's suicide attempt in 1854.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in Olbergkirche, Berlin, Germany, on February 8-9, 2021.
Performer Biography
Simon Trpčeski is committed to strengthening the cultural image of his native Macedonia through his chamber music project MAKEDONISSIMO, which blends Macedonian folk music with virtuoso, jazz-influenced elements.
Compositional Technique
The art of writing variations, as featured on this album, has existed for a long time, but saw a proliferation of works in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Instruments
The piano used for this recording is a C. Bechstein, serial number 214704.
Composer Biography
The Op. 9 Variations by Brahms are dedicated to Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann's wife, whom Brahms greatly admired.
Performer Biography
Simon Trpčeski, the pianist on this album, was launched onto the international scene as a BBC New Generation Artist.
