The Trio Animæ maintained a consistent lineup throughout its existence, featuring pianist Tomas Dratva, violinist Jean-Christophe Gawrysiak, and cellist Dieter Hilpert.
Recording & Production
This collection, re-released by PIANOVERSAL, compiles the complete studio recordings of Trio Animæ, including the previously unreleased album "ASTORology & OTHER RECYCLED TANGOS" (Vol. 9).
Performer Biography
The Trio Animæ was a Swiss chamber music ensemble active from 1993 to 2010, known for performing over 100 piano trio compositions.
Composition History
The Argentinian cellist and composer José Bragato (1915-2017), a long-time companion of Astor Piazzolla, created numerous piano trio arrangements exclusively for the Trio Animæ.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Beyond classical repertoire, Trio Animæ focused on 20th and early 21st-century music, leading to numerous world premieres with composers like Vladimír Godár, Pēteris Vasks, and Peter Breiner.
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