Violinist Arabella Steinbacher and pianist Robert Kulek continue
their great collaboration with a new PENTATONE release, the recording of
César Franck’s Sonata for Piano and Violin in A, which joins Richard
Strauss’ Sonata for Violin and Piano in E-flat, Op. 18.
While Franck’s violin sonata is epic in character, Strauss’ work is full of jovial energy, hope and anticipation. This fusion of elements brilliantly demonstrates the synergy between Steinbacher and Kulek, something we have witnessed during their recital performances over the past few years.
Needless to say, both artists possess superb technique. Steinbacher demonstrates her delicate yet fiery touch, most notably in the robust Franck score, while Kulek plays with resolute intonation, steadfast tempo, and broad dynamics.
While Franck’s violin sonata is epic in character, Strauss’ work is full of jovial energy, hope and anticipation. This fusion of elements brilliantly demonstrates the synergy between Steinbacher and Kulek, something we have witnessed during their recital performances over the past few years.
Needless to say, both artists possess superb technique. Steinbacher demonstrates her delicate yet fiery touch, most notably in the robust Franck score, while Kulek plays with resolute intonation, steadfast tempo, and broad dynamics.
As exquisite as the performance is, one surely cannot overlook
the role of PENTATONE’s recording partner Polyhymnia, whose first-rate
recording and engineering techniques have allowed this release to stay
true to the rich and wide sound that are PENTATONE’s trademarks.
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