Credits:

Paul Stewart, Laurence Kayaleh

Description:

This is the Violin Sonata No. 3 by the great Russian composer Metner, whose piano works have recently been gaining attention; the piece is over 45 minutes long. This is a monumental work that stands out even among Metners compositions; the beautiful melodies that flow one after another have a folk-song-like quality and, while carrying a slightly melancholic tone, are sure to evoke a subtle sense of nostalgia. Kayaleis performance meticulously follows the pieces transitions while also faithfully capturing the passionate emotion that runs deep beneath the surface. [Comment provided by Naxos Japan]