8711801017501

Branco, Ravel & Villa-lobos: Sonatas For Violin And Piano

Bruno Monteiro; Joao Paulo Santos

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Format: CD

Cat No: KTC1750

Release Date:  20 May 2022

Label:  Etcetera

Packaging Type:  Jewel Case

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  8711801017501

Genres:  Classical  Chamber Music  

  • Description

    "The pianist Joao Paulo Santos and I have performed the three sonatas recorded on this CD many times in concert.

    In our view, they are masterpieces of the literature for these two instruments, and, two in particular, those by Freitas Branco
    and Villa-Lobos, are still little known by music lovers.

    This seems strange, since the works reflect the incontestable talent of two major composers, one Portuguese, the other Brazilian, who were, in their time, masters of their art.

    We hope that the interpretations presented here will contribute to greater appreciation for these works."

    - Bruno Monteiro

    Bruno Monteiro is variously described as:

    "one of Portugal´s premier violinists" (Publico Magazine); having a "burnished golden tone" (Fanfare Magazine); the
    Strad characterises his playing as "ardent and heroic" and finally, Gramophone praises his "unfailing assurance and eloquence".

    Born in Lisbon in 1959, the pianist João Paulo Santos is a graduate of the Lisbon National Conservatory.

    "A most interesting and worthwhile release......Bruno Monteiro is an admirable artist,a truly fine violinist, and he is superbly partnered here by João Paulo Santos. The booklet notes and presentation are immaculate: this disc is strongly recommended."

    Musical Opinion

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Luis De Freitas Branco: Sonata No. 1 For Violin And Piano
      • 5. Maurice Ravel: Sonata No. 2 For Violin And Piano In G Major
      • 8. Heitor Villa-Lobos: Sonata No. 2 For Violin And Piano Fantasia