Description
A fully female project by the duo Maria Concetta Annese (violin) and Yi Ling Wu (piano), featuring six composers:
Mel Bonis – “3 Pieces for Violin and Piano” – No.1, Andante religioso – No. 2, Allegretto non troppo – No.3, Largo
A pupil of César Franck, adopted the male pseudonym “Mel” to gain recognition.
Elfrida Andrée – “2 Romances for Violin and Piano” – Romance I, Larghetto – Romance II, Allegro
Maria Theresia Von Paradis – “Sicilienne” for Violin and Piano – Andantino
A composer, pianist, and singer known as the “Blind Enchantress”.
Amanda Maier – “6 Little Pieces for Violin and Piano” – No.1, Allegro vivace – No. 2, Allegretto con moto – No. 3, Lento
Clara Schumann – “Romance Op.22 No.1”, Andante molto
The most renowned composer in this collection, Clara Schumann (1819–1896), is best known for being Robert Schumann’s wife and Brahms’ confidante, often overshadowing her own artistry.
Rebecca Clarke – “Chinese Puzzle” for Violin and Piano, Moderato
The album opens with Chinese Puzzle by Rebecca Clarke (1886–1979), one of the first female orchestral musicians. Her music blends Impressionist elements (Debussy, Franck) with Neoclassicism (Stravinsky) and folk influences akin to Bartók.
