Kontrapunkt 32177

Johannes Brahms : Violin Sonatas Op. 78, Op. 100 & Op. 108

Scherzo from the FAE Sonata

Søren Elbæk violin

Morten Mogensen piano

Recording Brahms’ violin sonatas can be a formidable task for young violinists. Søren Elbæk (pronounced “Sorn Elbeck”…almost) from the Copenhagen Trio took the challenge in his stride with his sidekick Morten Mogensen also a member of the Copenhagen Trio. The two musicians have been playing together since their early teens (they are now in their mid-20s) and it shows in their empathic performance.

Just recently a DJ from the Danish National Radio broadcasted this CD to declare that he considered Søren’s rendition superior to any releases from the major labels.

1. Sonata No. 2 A Major Op.100: Allegro amabile (Johannes Brahms)
2. Sonata No. 2 A Major Op.100: Andante tranquillo.Vivace di piu. Andante. Vivace (Johannes Brahms)
3. Sonata No. 2 A Major Op.100: Allegretto grazioso (quasi Andante) (Johannes Brahms)
4. Scherzo C Minor (FAE Sonata) (Johannes Brahms)
5. Sonata No. 1 G Major Op. 78: Vivace ma non toppo (Johannes Brahms)
6. Sonata No. 1 G Major Op. 78: Adagio (Johannes Brahms)
7. Sonata No. 1 G Major Op. 78: Allegro molto moderato (Johannes Brahms)
8. Sonata No. 3 D Minor Op.108: Allegro (Johannes Brahms)
9. Sonata No. 3 D Minor Op.108: Adagio (Johannes Brahms)
10. Sonata No. 3 D Minor Op.108: Un poco presto (Johannes Brahms)
11. Sonata No. 3 D Minor Op.108: Presto agitato (Johannes Brahms)

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