The London Bridge Trio continue their exploration of the “Leipzig Circle” – the influential group of musicians who flourished in the Saxon city around the 1840s. Three fine piano trios by Felix Mendelssohn and Clara and Robert Schumann make up this collection – Mendelssohn’s No. 1 in D minor, Schumann’s No. 2 in F major, and Clara’s Op. 17 in G minor.
Featuring
David Adams
Kate Gould
Daniel Tong
London Bridge Trio
Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy
Clara Schumann
Robert Schumann
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Composer Biography
Clara Schumann, a gifted pianist and composer, played for Johann Wolfgang von Goethe in Weimar at age 13 and completed a piano concerto by 1834.
Critical Reception
The London Bridge Trio's recordings have received enthusiastic reviews from publications like Gramophone, BBC Music Magazine, and The Observer, with their Frank Bridge recordings being shortlisted for an award.
Historical Context
Leipzig was a major musical hub in the 1840s, with the Schumanns playing a leading role and Felix Mendelssohn spearheading the revival of interest in Johann Sebastian Bach.
Performer Biography
The London Bridge Trio founded the Winchester Chamber Music Festival in 2008, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2018 with a world premiere and sold-out concerts.
Performer Biography
The London Bridge Trio, one of Britain's leading chamber ensembles, was formed in 2002 and is known for its nuanced interpretations and varied repertoire, including English music of the early 20th century.
Composition History
Robert Schumann composed almost exclusively for solo piano until his marriage in 1840, after which he began to focus on songs, orchestral works, and chamber music.
Composer Biography
Robert Schumann initially moved to Leipzig in 1828 to study law, but abandoned it after a year to focus on piano, becoming a lodger and student in Friedrich Wieck's home.
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