I have always leaned towards this repertoire, says Jonathan Gunn. This album represents Gunn's love for French music, which he programs on almost every concert. Gunn's love for this music is made clear in his sensitive, probing performances. Jonathan Gunn is a versatile artist with a varied career as educator, soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral performer. Currently, Mr. Gunn serves as the Assistant Professor of Clarinet at the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas, Austin. Born in Sheffield, England, Mr. Gunn started his musical career playing violin and piano and began studying the clarinet after moving to the United States at age eleven. He received a Bachelor of Music from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University and a Master of Music from the Mary Pappert School of Music at Duquesne University. Jonathan is married to Jennifer Gunn, who plays piccolo and flute with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Tracklist:

Canzonetta In E-Flat Major, Op. 19
Clarinet Sonata, Fp 184: I. Allegro Tristamente
Clarinet Sonata, Fp 184: II. Romanza
Clarinet Sonata, Fp 184: III. Allegro Con Fuoco
Première Rhapsodie, L. 116
Clarinet Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 167, R. 147: I. Allegretto
Clarinet Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 167, R. 147: II. Allegro Animato
Clarinet Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 167, R. 147: III. Lento
Clarinet Sonata In E-Flat Major, Op. 167, R. 147: IV. Molto Allegro
Quatuor Pour La Fin Du Temps, I/22: III. Abîme Des Oiseaux
Introduction Et Rondo, Op. 72

UPC: 044747377421
Label: Centaur
Release Date: 3.20.20
Format: CD

Clarinet & Piano / Various - Clarinet & Piano (CD)