Ferdinand Ries grew up in the same musical environment that nurtured Beethoven, both counting Ferdinand's father Franz as one of their teachers and the two of them becoming the closest of friends. Ries was a gifted and prolific composer in every instrumental genre. His Violin Sonatas are based on the Viennese Classical style established by Mozart but with a freshness and originality that includes movements such as the Adagio of the Sonata, Op. 38, No. 3, one of Ries's loveliest creations. The Sonatas Op. 38, Nos. 1 & 2 can be heard on the 2nd volume of this edition, which was "unreservedly recommended" by Fanfare magazine. Violinist Eric Grossman is a versatile performer hailed for his flawless technique, superb musicianship, and commitment to a wide range of repertoire. Grossman has performed across the US, Europe, Korea, Japan, and Cuba in recital and as soloist under such conductors as Zubin Mehta, Stanislaw Skrowaczewski, and Michael Gielen.

Tracklist:

Violin Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 18: I. Allegro
Violin Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 18: II. Andantino
Violin Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 18: III. Rondo. Allegretto Moderato
Violin Sonata In G Minor, Op. 38 No. 3: I. Allegro Con Spirito
Violin Sonata In G Minor, Op. 38 No. 3: II. Adagio
Violin Sonata In G Minor, Op. 38 No. 3: III. Allegro
Violin Sonata In D Major, Op. 83: I. Allegro Con Brio
Violin Sonata In D Major, Op. 83: II. Andantino Con Moto
Violin Sonata In D Major, Op. 83: III. Rondo. Allegro Vivace

UPC: 747313386277
Label: Naxos
Release Date: 10.12.18
Format: CD

Ries / Grossman / Kagan - Sonatas for Violin & Piano 3 (CD)