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Ilya Gringolts

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Gringolts Records ShostakovichsPiano Trios and Violin Sonata!Ilya Gringolts, a Russian prodigy who remains one of the most prolific performers and recording artists today. This highly anticipated new 2018 recording, marking his debut on the Claves label, features Shostakovichs two Piano Trios and his Violin Sonata. Shostakovichs only Violin Sonata was dedicated to David Oistrakh on his 60th birthday. It is a masterpiece from a period when his late-career style became more concise, and he pursued the profound tragedy of life and philosophical depth of thought. This work, which matches the artistry of its dedicatee, Oistrakh, in both its grand scale and spiritual depth, is also known as one of the most technically demanding pieces ever composed. The young maestro Gringolts delivers a soulful and passionate performance of this work, along with two piano trios. Ilya Gringolts rose to internationa