Igor Fedotov (Viola) and Leonid Vechkhayzer (Piano) - Soviet Russian Viola Music : I.Fedotov - Import CD

Credits:

Igor Fedotov (Viola) and Leonid Vechkhayzer (Piano)

Description:

This is another collection of austere viola sonatas by rarely heard Russian and Soviet composers. Listening to the album in its entirety, it is interesting to hear the different personalities of each composer. The music contains a mixture of Romantic lyricism, obvious influences of Scriabin and Shostakovich, Russian sentimentality, and a slight French air, and it is a pleasure to listen to and to appreciate. This is Fedotov and Veschuaytzel's debut recording for NAXOS. It is a delightful discovery of fresh talent. Naxos Japan

Tracklisting:

1.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 15
2.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 46
3.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 62 No. 1: 1. Tranquillo e molto cantabile
4.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 62 No. 1: 2. Allegro (attacca)
5.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 62 No. 1: 3. Lento
6.Sonata for Viola and Piano: 1. Moderato
7.Sonata for Viola and Piano: 2. Andante
8.Sonata for Viola and Piano: 3. Animato
9.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 44: 1. Allegro assai e poco inquieto
10.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 44: 2. Tema con variazioni
11.Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 44: 3. Postludia