Pleyel: Piano Trios
Trio 1790 (on period instruments)
there is much to delight in the four works presented here, with charm, virtuosity and vivaciousness in abundance. The use of period instruments gives a pleasing airiness to textures.
Pleyel: Piano Trios
Trio 1790 (on period instruments)
Purchase product
there is much to delight in the four works presented here, with charm, virtuosity and vivaciousness in abundance. The use of period instruments gives a pleasing airiness to textures.
About
Four of Ignaz Pleyel’s Piano Trios are featured on this new release, interpreted by Trio 1790 on period instruments. Trio 1790 have recorded a critically acclaimed series of Haydn’s Piano Trios for Cpo and these trios by Pleyel, a former pupil and friend of Joseph Haydn, provide gallant melodies, dramatic harmonies and many tonal surprises.
Contents and tracklist
- Trio 1790
- Trio 1790
- Trio 1790
- Trio 1790
Awards and reviews
Awards Issue 2011
there is much to delight in the four works presented here, with charm, virtuosity and vivaciousness in abundance. The use of period instruments gives a pleasing airiness to textures.
January 2012
In these trios the keyboard has the lead, and Harald Hoeren takes it. His dynamically differentiated playing is a joy to listen to. Annette Wehner is an excellent violinist with a beautiful tone, blending perfectly with the keyboard. The solo episodes are very well executed.
