Johannes Brahms was photographed frequently in his lifetime and took pleasure in candid photographs. In a professional portrait, the most notable feature is his powerful gaze. After 1876, Brahms received compliments for his eyes. One observer described them "fine brow with flashing blue eyes..." The Piano Trio No. 1 opens with the cello's radiant lyrical theme, establish B Major decisively without a hint that a somber B Minor mood would bring the work to a close. Violinist David Perry, cellist Uri Varid and pianist Paulina Zamora bring Brahms' gaze of these piano trios to life again.

Tracklist:

Piano Trio No. 2 In C Major Op. 87: I. Allegro
Piano Trio No. 2 In C Major Op. 87: II. Andante Con Moto
Piano Trio No. 2 In C Major Op. 87: III. Scherzo: Presto
Piano Trio No. 2 In C Major Op. 87: IV. Finale: Allegro Giocoso
Piano Trio No. 3 In C Minor, Op. 101: I. Allegro Energico
Piano Trio No. 3 In C Minor, Op. 101: II. Presto Non Assai
Piano Trio No. 3 In C Minor, Op. 101: III. Andante Grazioso
Piano Trio No. 3 In C Minor, Op. 101: IV. Allegro Molto
Piano Trio No. 1 In B Major, Op. 8: I. Allegro Con Brio
Piano Trio No. 1 In B Major, Op. 8: II. Scherzo: Allegro Molto
Piano Trio No. 1 In B Major, Op. 8: III. Adagio
Piano Trio No. 1 In B Major, Op. 8: IV. Allegro

UPC: 013491348926
Label: Delos Records
Release Date: 1.8.16
Format: CD

Brahms / Perry / Vardi / Zamora - Brahms: The Three Piano Trios (2 CD)