Matthew Schellhorn, the pianist, has given over 140 premieres of new music and is the dedicatee of several works, including Ian Wilson's piano concerto Flags and Emblems.
Historical Context
The waltz, evolving from earlier peasant dances, was revolutionary for allowing dancers to face one another and revolve in an embrace, which was considered shocking at the time.
Album & Artwork
The album artwork features an image by Eadweard Muybridge, a pioneer of stop-motion photography, depicting a couple waltzing from his zoopraxiscope series.
Performer Biography
Maya Magub, the violinist on this album, has performed for King Charles III and Queen Elisabeth II, and has played with pop icons such as Adele, Bono, and Paul McCartney.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Menuhin Hall in Cobham, Surrey, on August 16, 2024.
Compositional Technique
The waltz's simple 3-beat structure and repetitive emphasis on the first beat offer composers great creative scope, allowing for a variety of tempos and expressions beyond dances like the Minuet.
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