Description
YOUTH – A Journey Through Classical Masterpieces by Trio Agora | Classical Music CD
YOUTH (2017)
When we were approached by the wonderful Quandt family with the idea of recording a CD, we realized that we are all around Beethoven’s age when he composed his Gassenhauer Trio. As our ensemble itself is young, and as this recording is our debut, we decided to explore the concept of youth. Beethoven wrote his Gassenhauer Trio with the flexible instrumentation that allowed the newly emerging clarinet or the violin to take the higher line. Coupled with the cello, this provides a counterpart to the two voices of the piano. With this flexibility in mind, we allowed ourselves to choose from a wide spectrum of trios, without limiting our repertoire to original compositions for clarinet-cello-piano. As the culmination of half a year’s intense and exhilarating work, we are excited to present Trio Agora’s first recording, “Youth.”
We took the idea of allowing room for experimentation as a starting point, and created a pairing of youthful works designed to re-contextualize, enrich, and even surprise our listeners. Each composer’s journey was unique, but the common thread is that all five worked within the musical fabric he had absorbed as a child, and sought to establish a new path for himself as an adult.
This idea of searching liberated and challenged us to find new ways to adapt the music to our ensemble. Working with composer Joel Hoffman as an artistic advisor, we set out to re-envision youthful classics, and bring lesser-known works to the stage.
Product Information
Product Type: Classical Music CD
Genre: Chamber Music / Classical
Release Year: 2017
Duration: (Approx. total runtime to be confirmed)
Format: CD
Label: Self Release
Artists:
- Žilvinas Brazauskas (Clarinet)
- Natania Hoffman (Cello)
- Robertas Lozinskis (Piano)
Overview
YOUTH is the debut recording of Trio Agora, a dynamic ensemble that brings fresh energy to classical chamber music. This album explores the theme of youth by showcasing works written by composers in their early careers, including Mendelssohn, Debussy, Rachmaninoff, and Beethoven. The trio’s innovative approach allows them to reinterpret traditional works while maintaining the integrity of the original compositions.
The recording was inspired by the realization that the musicians themselves were around the same age as Beethoven when he composed his Gassenhauer Trio. This concept of youthful creativity and experimentation shaped the album’s repertoire, blending well-known masterpieces with lesser-known gems.
Track Listing
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F. Mendelssohn (1809-1847): Konzertstück No. 2, Op. 114
- Presto
- Andante
- Allegro
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C. Debussy (1862-1918): Klaviertrio in G-dur
- Andante con molto allegro
- Scherzo. Moderato con allegro
- Intermezzo. Andante espressivo
- Finale. Appassionato
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S. Rachmaninoff (1873-1943): Trio Élégiaque No. 1 in G Minor
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L. van Beethoven (1770-1827): Trio Op. 11 "Gassenhauer"
- Allegro con brio
- Adagio
- Thema und Variationen über "Pria ch'io l'impegno"
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Bonus Track
Interesting Facts
- Youthful Inspiration: The album’s concept was born from the ensemble’s realization that they were at the same stage in life as Beethoven when he composed his Gassenhauer Trio.
- Flexible Instrumentation: Just as Beethoven allowed for clarinet or violin in his trio, Trio Agora embraced adaptability, choosing works that fit their unique instrumentation.
- Artistic Collaboration: The trio worked with composer Joel Hoffman as an artistic advisor, reimagining classical pieces while preserving their essence.
- Debut Recording: YOUTH marks Trio Agora’s first major release, establishing their distinctive voice in the chamber music world.
Publishers & Availability
Released: 2017
Available on: iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, Google Play, and other major platforms.
For more details, visit trioagora.com.
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