Schubert, F.: Flute and Piano Music - Introduction and Variations On Trockne Blumen / Arpeggione Sonata / Songs (Arr. for Flute)
7/27/2009, 18 Tracks, 1:09:16
Featuring
Uwe Grodd
Matteo Napoli
Franz Schubert
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Composer Biography
Schubert's health began to deteriorate in 1822-1823 due to a venereal infection that was incurable at the time, leading to his early death.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Schubert's lasting reputation was primarily built on his songs, to which he made a remarkable contribution in both quality and quantity.
Interpretation
The 'Arpeggione' Sonata, originally for arpeggione and piano, is transcribed for flute and piano by Uwe Grodd for this recording, and generally forms part of the cello or viola repertoire.
Instruments
The arpeggione, a bowed guitar for which Schubert wrote his 'Arpeggione' Sonata, was invented or constructed by Viennese maker Johann Georg Staufer in 1823.
Recording & Production
This recording was financially supported by the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
Composer Biography
Franz Schubert, the composer, was the twelfth of fourteen children, and only the fourth to survive infancy.
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