Credits:

Ursina Maria Braun

Gradus ad Parnassum An album based on the theme “Gradus ad Parnassum,” this album combines music from the 18th and 20th centuries to demonstrate the connection and dialogue of timeless sounds, while the way the pieces are arranged, with their sound heights and tonalities, makes the listener aware of the natural connection. Gubaidulina’s “Ten Preludes,” an exercise piece that incorporates all manner of techniques, is the culmination of modern cello technique. Bach’s Cello Suites laid the foundation for the solo cello genre. The Fifth Suite, performed here in its entirety, is known for its large and varied content, including a special technique of low tuning of the strings (scordatura), a Lully-like overture, and a four-voice fugue.Ursina Maria Brown is a soloist, chamber musician, and composer with a deep knowledge of historical performance. She studied at prestigious schools, has won prizes in international co