The Beaux Arts Trio have recorded the Brahms Trios twice and this, their digital recording of the complete trios returns to the catalogue at mid-price.
“The playing is always highly vital and sensitive. There is a splendid, finely projected sense of line and the delicate, sensitive playing of Menahem Pressler is always a delight.” The Penguin Guide to Compact Discs
Johannes Brahms: Piano Trio No.1 in B, Op.8
1. Allegro con brio
2. Scherzo (Allegro molto)
3. Adagio
4. Allegro
Johannes Brahms: Piano Trio No.3 in C minor, Op.101
1. Allegro energico
2. Presto non assai
3. Andante grazioso
4. Allegro molto
Johannes Brahms: Piano Trio No.2 in C, Op.87
1. Allegro
2. Andante con moto
3. Scherzo (Presto)
4. Finale (Allegro giocoso)
Johannes Brahms: Piano Trio No.4 in A, Op.posth.
1. Moderato
2. Vivace - Trio
3. Lento
4. Presto
March 2009
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“The grandeur of the B major and the passion of the C minor Trio are projected here to impressive effect. Completists will surely be delighted to encounter the early A major Trio.”
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1. Allegro con brio
