Paul Juon, Max Bruch and Friedrich Wilhelm Voigt: Trios for Clarinet, Cello and Piano

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Review: MusicWebInternational 1 Review: MusicWebInternational 2 Paul Juon Trio Miniaturen (1901-1904) 1. Rêverie op. 18 no. 3 2. Humoreske op. 18 no. 7 3. Elegie op. 18 no. 6 4. Danse phantastique op. 24 no. 2 Max Bruch Acht Stücke op. 83 (1909-1910) 5. Andante 6. Allegro con moto 7. Andante con moto 8. Allegro agitato 9. Rumänische Melodie, Andante 10. Nachtgesang – Nocturne, Andante 11. Allegro vivace, ma non troppo 12. Moderato Friedrich Wilhelm Voigt Nocturne op. 75 (1880) 13. Andante Juon – Bruch – Voigt © The four ‘Miniatures’ by Swiss composer Paul Juon clearly reveal his Russian childhood. It is melodious music – a variety of character that clearly refer to Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky. Nonetheless, Juon’s inimitable style is immediately audible. Max Bruch was seventy-two when he composed ‘Eight Pieces’ for his son, Max Felix. It is substantial multifaceted oeuvre, intensifying progressively from calm awakening to complex exuberance. The ‘Eight Pieces’ are illuminated by Bruch’s lyricism and are completely uninfluenced by his contemporaries such as Schoenberg, Stravinsky and Bartók. It is intense and profound music – intimate interaction and expression are balanced by passion, Sturm und Drang, and quiet delicacy. Truly, how a real late-romanticist composed one whole century ago. Friedrich Wilhelm Voight’s ‘Nocturne’ contrasts sharply with the numerous marches he composed as highly-ranked military musician. ‘Nocturne’ is a charming piece, containing elements of both salon music and the operatic stage; it even features a brief recitative. Throughout the movement the voices intertwine in an intimate dialogue, altering between simple melodies and pompous drama. Chamber music in all forms holds a great place in our hearts and has held a prominent position throughout our lifetimes. We love the tonal balance inherent in the formation of clarinet, cello and piano and the challenge it presents. It is with great pleasure that we can present this Danish premiere of 13 character pieces: ‘Miniatures’ by Juon, ‘Eight Pieces’ (cello version) by Bruch and Voigt’s ‘Nocturne’. RELEASE DATE: FEBRUARY 2019 CATALOGUE NUMBER: DACOCD 838 EAN: 5709499838006 Download BOOKLET (PDF) Related
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