Augustin Dumay, Maria João Pires – Mozart, Franck, Brahms – Violin Sonatas (1990-1993/2019) [SACD / Esoteric – ESSG-90219] – hradl.com

Title: Augustin Dumay, Maria João Pires – Mozart, Franck, Brahms – Violin Sonatas (1990-1993/2019)
Genre: Classical
Format: SACD ISO

The album features a collection of violin sonatas by Dumay and Pires, capturing the finest moments of this unprecedented duo that took the world by storm in the 1990s. This release has been uniquely compiled by ESOTERIC into a single disc. It marks the world’s first Super Audio CD hybrid release of these performances. The collaboration showcases the exceptional artistry and synergy of violinist Augustin Dumay and pianist Maria João Pires. Their interpretations are celebrated for their emotional depth and technical brilliance. This compilation brings together standout recordings from their remarkable partnership. The Super Audio CD hybrid format enhances the listening experience with superior sound quality. It delivers rich detail and clarity, breathing new life into these classic performances. A must-have for fans of chamber music and audiophiles alike. This release preserves a legacy of musical excellence for future generations.

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Tracklist:

Mozart – Sonata for Piano and Violin in E minor, K.304
01. I. Allegro (9:43)
02. II. Tempo di Menuetto (5:10)

Franck – Sonate pour piano et violon en la majeur
03. I. Allegretto moderato (5:48)
04. II. Allegro (7:59)
05. III. Recitativo-Fantasia (Moderato – Molto lento) (7:00)
06. IV. Allegretto poco mosso (6:13)

Brahms – Sonata for Piano and Violin in G major, Op.78
07. I. Vivace ma non troppo (11:01)
08. II. Adagio (8:41)
09. III. Allegro molto moderato (9:11)

Personnel:

Augustin Dumay, violin
Maria João Pires, piano

Note:

(1)-(2) Recorded at the Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisboa in VII-VIII.1990
(3)-(6) Recorded at the Großer Saal, Hochschule für Musik, München in IX-X.1993
(7)-(9) Recorded at the Großer Saal, Hochschule für Musik, München in VIII.1991
Recording Producers: Christopher Alder, Arend Prohmann
Balance Engineers: Helmut Burk, Gregor Zielinsky
Re-mastering
Producer: Motoaki Ohmachi (ESOTERIC COMPANY)
Mastering Engineer: Kazuie Sugimoto (JVC Mastering Center Daikanyama Studio)

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