Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of chamber music with Tamsin Waley-Cohen's captivating album, "Bohemia." Released on November 10, 2017, under the prestigious Signum Records label, this album is a testament to Waley-Cohen's virtuosity and her deep connection with the romantic and expressive compositions featured.
Spanning a total of 74 minutes, "Bohemia" is a rich tapestry of works by Antonín Dvořák and Erich Wolfgang Korngold. The album opens with Dvořák's Violin Sonata in F Major, B.106, a piece that showcases Waley-Cohen's technical prowess and emotional depth. The sonata's three movements are followed by Dvořák's 4 Romantic Pieces, B.150, where Waley-Cohen's playing is both delicate and impassioned, capturing the essence of each piece's unique character.
The album continues with Korngold's 4 Pieces for Violin and Piano, Op. 17, a set of pieces that highlight Waley-Cohen's ability to convey a wide range of emotions, from the playful and whimsical to the deeply melancholic. The album concludes with Dvořák's Violin Sonata, JW VII/7, a work that demonstrates Waley-Cohen's mastery of the violin and her deep understanding of Dvořák's musical language.
Throughout "Bohemia," Tamsin Waley-Cohen's playing is characterized by a rare combination of technical brilliance and profound musicality. Her interpretations are both sensitive and bold, bringing out the beauty and complexity of each piece. Whether you are a seasoned chamber music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Bohemia" is an album that will captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Violin Sonata in F Major, B.106: I. Allegro, ma non troppoAntonín Dvořák, Tamsin Waley-Cohen, Huw Watkins
Violin Sonata in F Major, B.106: II. Poco sostenutoAntonín Dvořák, Tamsin Waley-Cohen, Huw Watkins
Violin Sonata in F Major, B.106: III. Allegro moltoAntonín Dvořák, Tamsin Waley-Cohen, Huw Watkins