Viviane Chassot, born in Zurich and living in Basel, is considered one of the world's leading accordionists, known for her independent work in classical music.
Performer Biography
Viviane Chassot was the first accordionist in the history of Sony Classical to release keyboard concertos by Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded on August 28-29, 2022, at the Evangelisch-reformierte Kirche Marthalen in Switzerland.
Interpretation
Viviane Chassot broadens the album's scope by connecting classical music with jazz and free improvisation, juxtaposing Breton folk music with works by Chopin and Satie.
Performer Biography
Viviane Chassot's solo album Pure Bach received the Opus Klassik award in 2022 for 'Solo Recording of the Year'.
Performer Biography
Viviane Chassot received the Swiss Music Prize 2021 for her international charisma and pioneering work in her field.
Interpretation
Most pieces on the album were originally written for piano, but their transfer to the accordion by Viviane Chassot creates new musical spaces and tonal nuances.
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