"Sol & Pat" is a captivating chamber music album featuring the extraordinary talents of violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja and cellist Sol Gabetta. Released on October 8, 2021, via Alpha Classics, this album showcases a diverse repertoire of duets for violin and cello, spanning a variety of styles and compositions. With a duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes, the album offers a rich and engaging listening experience.
The album kicks off with a lively "Tambourin in C Major" and includes works by renowned composers such as C.P.E. Bach, Mendelssohn, and Piazzolla, alongside lesser-known gems. The duo's chemistry and musical synergy are evident throughout, as they navigate through pieces like the playful "24 Duos for Violin and Cello: XXIV. Toccatina all’inglese" and the evocative "Sonata in A Minor for Violin and Cello, M. 73." The album also features original compositions, including "Rizoma" and "Hommage à Hilding Rosenberg," highlighting the duo's collaborative spirit and artistic versatility.
Long-time friends and collaborators, Patricia Kopatchinskaja and Sol Gabetta bring their unique interpretations and technical prowess to each piece, making "Sol & Pat" a standout release in the world of chamber music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album promises an enriching and enjoyable exploration of the violin and cello duo repertoire.
2021 Alpha Clasics / Outhere Music France2021 Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France
Tracks
Tambourin in C MajorJean-Marie Leclair, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
24 Duos for Violin and Cello: XXIV. Toccatina all’ingleseJörg Widmann, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
25 Duos for Violin and Cello: XXI. Valse bavaroiseJörg Widmann, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Presto in C Minor, H.230 Wq.114/3Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
RizomaFrancisco Coll, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Sonata in A Minor for Violin and Cello, M. 73: I. AllegroMaurice Ravel, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Sonata in A Minor for Violin and Cello, M. 73: II. Très vifMaurice Ravel, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Sonata in A Minor for Violin and Cello, M. 73: III. LentMaurice Ravel, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Sonata in A Minor for Violin and Cello, M. 73: IV. Vif, avec entrainMaurice Ravel, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
InterludeMarcin Markowicz, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
La fête au village, Op. 9: I. Dimanche matinJulien-François Zbinden, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
La fête au village, Op. 9: II. FanfareJulien-François Zbinden, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
La fête au village, Op. 9: III. Discours du syndicJulien-François Zbinden, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
La fête au village, Op. 9: IV. Filles et garçonsJulien-François Zbinden, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
La fête au village, Op. 9: V. Pont de danseJulien-François Zbinden, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
La fête au village, Op. 9: VI. SoirJulien-François Zbinden, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Dhipli ZyiaIannis Xenakis, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Hommage à Hilding RosenbergGyörgy Ligeti, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Duo for Violin and Cello in D Minor, Op. 7: I. Allegro serioso, non troppoZoltán Kodály, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Duo for Violin and Cello in D Minor, Op. 7: II. Adagio - AndanteZoltán Kodály, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Duo for Violin and Cello in D Minor, Op. 7: III. Maestoso e largamente, ma non troppo lento - PrestoZoltán Kodály, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Duo for Violin and Cello in D Minor, Op. 7: IV. PrestoZoltán Kodály, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
Prelude No.15 in G Major, BWV 860Johann Sebastian Bach, Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Sol Gabetta
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