The Talented Katski Brothers: Works For Violin and Piano

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Release Date: 16th Sep 2022
Catalogue No: DUX1745
Label: Dux
Length: 58 minutes

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Kontski, K: Mazurka for Piano & Violin, Op. 29

Work length5:00

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Sławomira Wilga (violin), Izabela Wilga (piano)

Kontski, K: Grande fantaisie for Piano & Violin, Op. 27

Work length21:59

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Sławomira Wilga (violin), Izabela Wilga (piano)

Kontski, A: Mazourka champêtre in D Major, Op. 4

Work length6:31

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Sławomira Wilga (violin), Izabela Wilga (piano)

Kontski, A: Grande fantaisie sur 'Lucia di Lammermoor' in G major, Op. 2

Work length16:09

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Sławomira Wilga (violin), Izabela Wilga (piano)

Kontski, A: Le Rossignol, Op. 22

Work length8:28

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Sławomira Wilga (violin), Izabela Wilga (piano)

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This album is an invitation to listen to somewhat forgotten and even largely unknown music. It presents works of two talented brothers Karol (18131867) and Apolinary Katski (18241879), who were active in the 19th century.

It was an era of great development of virtuosity. The performer enjoyed recognition in social perception; he was expected to convey not only the emotions related to the beautiful music itself, but also the emotions related to overcoming any technical difficulties, each time greater. Musicians were compared with each other, public or behind-the-scenes rankings and competitions were held. 'Child prodigies', who successfully performed at a very young age, were particularly appreciated. Both Katski brothers qualified as such the eldest Karol and the youngest Apolinary. They were both violinists-virtuosos, also when they grew up and when their professional paths stabilized. Occasionally, they were also composers, as evidenced by these recordings, which fall into the category of salon music, popular at that time. Both composers wrote them for themselves, with their skills in mind. However, this music is not simply an excuse to present daredevil technical difficulties; they are graceful, melodious pieces, listened to for pleasure and rest.

The performers of this music are Slawomira Wilga (violin) and Izabela Wilga (piano), an extremely talented sister duo. Both artists, despite their young age, have a successful musical career, of which these subtle recordings are yet another proof.

The Talented Katski Brothers: Works For Violin and Piano

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