This album was recorded at La Ferme de Villefavard, a venue in the Limousin countryside known for its exceptional acoustics.
Recording & Production
The exceptional acoustics of La Ferme de Villefavard, where this album was recorded, were designed by Albert Yaying Xu, who also worked on the Cité de la Musique in Paris and the Beijing Opera.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Schubert's late sonatas, including those on this album, are characterized by 'Das Fremde' (the strange, the alien) and 'die Sehnsucht' (longing).
Performer Biography
Jean-Claude Pennetier, the pianist on this recording, has a varied musical background including contemporary music, fortepiano, conducting, and chamber music.
Composition History
Schubert completed his 'Fantasy' Sonata in G major and his Sonata in A major in the autumns of 1826 and 1828, respectively.
Compositional Technique
Schubert's late sonatas dared to do what no one had previously attempted on the keyboard, expanding the boundaries set by Beethoven.
Performer Biography
Jean-Claude Pennetier has won several international competitions, including First Prize in the Gabriel Fauré Competition and the Montreal Competition.
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