Track Listings (12) - Disc #1| All Artists: Elaris Duo Title: Duo Virtuoso: Works for Violin & Cello Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 0 Label: MSR Classics Original Release Date: 1/1/2008 Re-Release Date: 8/12/2008 Genres: Special Interest, Classical Styles: Chamber Music, Historical Periods, Classical (c.1770-1830) Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC: 681585123621 |
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IN THIS RECORDING, the Elaris Duo traces the history and development of the violin-cello duo genre from early works of Boccherini and Haydn, reaching an instrumental and compositional zenith in the monumental Kodaly Op.7 D... more » |
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Product Description IN THIS RECORDING, the Elaris Duo traces the history and development of the violin-cello duo genre from early works of Boccherini and Haydn, reaching an instrumental and compositional zenith in the monumental Kodaly Op.7 Duo. Varied in its content, this program of original compositions for violin and cello, and adaptations/transcriptions of duos performed in alternative instrumental versions, reflect a wide range of styles and display virtuosity with a wonderful versatility of instrumental colors. The intriguing dialogue between these two solo voices express a true collaboration offering an exciting give and take of thematic counterpoint with varying harmonic textures, ultimately capturing the magic and quintessence of chamber music. LARISA AND STEVEN ELISHA are each internationally acclaimed artists who have distinguished themselves around the world as soloists, chamber musicians and teachers. Together they are the incomparable Elaris Duo whose electrifying performances and consummate artistry have delighted audiences from the moment their association began. Recipients of the prestigious 2008 Governor s Arts Award in the category of Artist, the Elaris Duo have been awarded a Chamber Music America Residency Grant for 2005-2006, Musicians of the Year 2003 by the Kansas Federation of Music Clubs and selected for the Kansas Artists on Tour Program roster. In March, 2008, the duo appeared as featured soloists with the Taiwan National Arts Orchestra in the famed National Hall and in January, 2007 presented a performance at the Hawaii International Conference for Arts and Humanities. Similar CDs
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CD ReviewsBEAUTIFUL VIOLIN/CELLO PERFORMANCES BY THE 'ELARIS DUO' RBSProds | Deep in the heart of Texas | 11/26/2008 (5 out of 5 stars) "Five EXULTANT Stars. An awe-inspiring triumph by the exuberant, award-winning 'Elaris Duo'!! Violinist Larisa Elisha and cellist Steven Elisha have their own critically-acclaimed individual performance careers and both are a formal part of academia with Ph.Ds and teaching careers as well. And yes, they are a married couple with a striking musical empathy on full display throughout this CD. Indeed, the recording itself is a virtual seminar in solo & chamber group dynamics, as well as compositional understanding & interpretation. This CD features Mozart's Duo in G major-K. 423, Boccherini's Sonata In D major, Haydn's Duo in D major, Beethoven's Duo in C-WoO 27, Halvorsen's Passacaglia (after Handel) and Zoltán Kodály's Duo, Opus 7. Quite a bit of formidable musical ground to cover and these virtuosos do it in a very inspired manner.
This is exceptional music with passionate, blazing bow-work by a duo that is clearly operating in the forefront of today's chamber group interpreters. Each piece is a gem in itself as the tones blend and bend to their musical wills. The 'Pièces de Résistance' begin with the soaring performance of Mozart's Duo, in particular the Rondo Allegro movement. Handel's beloved Passacaglia originally arranged for violin/viola by Halvorsen has been nicely adapted to violin/cello and performed by many duos, and this excellent version flows wonderfully, building and releasing tension. But perhaps the show-stopper is Kodály's Duo, in particular the Allegro Serioso, Non Troppo movement, running the gamut of emotions & nuances via some rippling bow work. And the magnificent 'tour de force' Maestoso E Largamente Ma Non Troppo Lento-Pesto movement with its blazing arco and pizzicato sections and wonderful soliloquies. The sound of this well-produced disc is clear, crisp, and beautifully recorded. This CD will fill your home with soaring, emotional classical music. Bravo, Elaris Duo! My Highest Recommendation. Five ENJOYABLE Stars!!! (Audio CD: 66 plus minutes, with exceptional liner notes.)" |
