Natalia An Der Mersch / Olivier Roberti -Violinsonaten -Ars Produktion CD Grooves.land/Playthek

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Violin Sonata No, 1 in G major op. 78

01. "1. Vivace ma non troppo"

02. "2. Adagio piu Andante"

03. "3. Allegro molto moderato"
Violin Sonata No, 2 in A major op. 100

04. "1. Allegro amabile"

05. "2. Andante tranquillo"

06. "3. Allegretto grazioso"
Violin Sonata No, 3 in D major op. 108

07. "1. Allegro"

08. "2. Adagio"

09. "3. Un poco presto e con sentimento"

10. "4. Presto agitato"

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Natalia van der Mersch: The idea of recording all three Brahms sonatas came to us quite spontaneously. Olivier Roberti and I had played them together and thought: Why not? There was no lengthy deliberation, just the will to do it. And so it quickly took shape and we organised ourselves quickly. We had to organise the recording equipment, hire a piano and set the date, all of which required a certain amount of planning. In the end, the recordings took place at Conjoux Castle in Belgium - just like my previous recording with Natalia Kovalzon, with whom I form the duo Natalia. Olivier Roberti: "Despite all my experience, I see playing Brahms as a real challenge. Even in his chamber music works he is quite symphonic and when playing the piano you have to be able to imagine orchestral colours that are not typical for the piano or violin. It is particularly challenging here to shape long phrases powerfully, perhaps in a similar way to what Furtwangler did in his symphonies. For me, the pianist and teacher Leon Fleischer was a formative artistic inspiration - especially in this respect. He was one of the outstanding pianists of his time and his interpretations of Brahms' works had a strong influence on me. His approach of offering clear lines and controlled tempi helped me a lot to find a certain direction in my own playing."

The CD "Violinsonaten" by Natalia An Der Mersch (violin) and Olivier Roberti (piano), released by Ars Produktion, presents a captivating journey through the world of violin sonatas. This album features masterful interpretations that blend technical brilliance with expressive depth, offering listeners an immersive experience into classical repertoire. The selection showcases both well-known masterpieces and lesser-explored gems, highlighting the duo's refined musicality and deep understanding of chamber music traditions. Natalia An Der Mersch is recognized for her passionate performances and nuanced artistry on the violin. She has performed internationally at renowned festivals and concert halls, earning acclaim for her sensitive phrasing and dynamic stage presence. Pianist Olivier Roberti complements her style with his elegant touch and profound interpretative skills; together they have established themselves as a formidable duo in European classical circles. Ars Produktion is a distinguished German label celebrated for its high-quality recordings in classical music. Known for their meticulous attention to sound detail and innovative programming choices, Ars Produktion collaborates with exceptional artists to produce albums that are both artistically significant and technically outstanding.

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ARS38663

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