Renowned piano manufacturers like Pleyel, Bechstein, Steinway, and Bösendorfer produced Duplex Pianos, but today very few remain in playable condition.
Instruments
The Duplex Piano, invented by Emanuel Moór, allows for octave doubling and new sound shadings through a coupling pedal and two manuals.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Emanuel Moór, a composer who wrote over two hundred compositions, ceased composing in 1918 to become an inventor, with the vision of building the piano of the future: the Duplex Piano.
Performer Biography
Florian Uhlig, the pianist on this album, is the artistic director of the Johannesburg International Mozart Festival, which he founded in 2009.
Recording & Production
This album is the first worldwide CD recording featuring the Duplex Piano and cello.
Performer Biography
David Stromberg, the cellist on this album, is known for seeking new listening experiences, exploring early music, new music, improvisation, and forgotten instruments.
Composer Biography
Pablo Casals, the famous cellist, considered Emanuel Moór a genius and was his mentor and friend, performing his works in concerts.
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