Album launch: Lied Haga and Apekisheva

César Franck (1820-1890) was among the leading romantic composers in France. At a time when opera was dominant, he distinguished himself by focusing on instrumental music. His works are characterized by an expressive harmonic.

The composer and pianist Rita Strohl (1865-1941), on the other hand, is less well known. She composed chamber music, symphonic and lyrical works, as well as a number of romances. The music is expressive, lyrical and melodic.

Strohl was a highly regarded composer in her day, but after her death she was largely forgotten. In recent years, however, her music has gained increased interest, and in particular her sonata for cello and piano "Titus et Bérénice" is in a special position. We will hear exactly this during the launch concert.

About the artists:

Sandra Lied Haga has won four international competitions and many major prizes in Scandinavia - including the prestigious Equinor Scholarship. Her rich, beautiful sound and amazing talent have captured attention worldwide.

A remarkably perfect pitch shaped Lied Haga's intuitive musicality from the very beginning, making her a sought-after soloist who captivates listeners with what is described as a uniquely beautiful cello tone.

Katya Apekisheva studied in Jerusalem at the Rubin Music Academy and later at the Royal College of Music in London.

A laureate of the Leeds International Piano Competition, she regularly performs with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Halle Orchestra, the Moscow Philharmonic, the Jerusalem Symphony, the English Chamber Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, in collaboration with renowned conductors such as Sir Simon Rattle , David Shallon, Jan Latham-Koenig and Alexander Lazarev.

The concert is presented in collaboration with Grappa Musikkforlag.

Program

Cecar Franck (1822-1890)

Sonata for Cello and Piano in A Major.

Rita Strohl (1865-1941)

Great Dramatic Sonata «Titus et Bérénice», for Cello and Piano

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Varighet: 60 minutter.