All four composers on this album were musically influenced by and became friends with Isaac Albéniz, a Spanish composer and pianist.
Composer Biography
All four composers on this album—Enrique Fernández Arbós, Joaquín Turina, Gaspar Cassadó, and Mariano Perelló—were professional touring musicians.
Album & Artwork
The album, titled "Personal Impressions of Spain," features works by four Spanish composers: Arbós, Turina, Cassadó, and Perelló.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Skywalker Sound in Marin County, California, using a Blüthner 9-foot concert grand piano made in 1998.
Performer Biography
The Hermitage Piano Trio consists of three musicians who are noted soloists: violinist Misha Keylin, cellist Sergey Antonov, and pianist Ilya Kazantsev.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album's concept is a tribute to four Spanish composers and instrumentalists who were connected by friendships, professional relationships, and multi-cultural influences.
