Arensky, Viotti, Saint-Saëns

The piano quintet is a powerhouse chamber ensemble, combining the sonic richness of a string quartet with the symphonic aura of grand piano. Inspired by Schumann’s early example, composers from the Romantic age all the way through the 21^st century have contributed significantly to the genre. Russian master Anton Arensky, a teacher of Rachmaninoff, penned his sole quintet in his mature years, and the ever-popular champion of French music Saint-Saëns began his prolific chamber music career with this quintet of surprising skill and maturity. Bracing violin duos by virtuosos of the Baroque and Classical eras serve as effervescent quintet preludes.

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Chad Hoopes, violin
Richard Lin, violin
Milena Pájaro-van de Stadt, viola
Dmitri Atapine, cello
Wu Han, piano

Leclair: Sonata in E major, Op. 12, No. 2
Arensky: Piano Quintet in D major, Op. 51
Viotti: Duo in G major for Two Violins, W 4.9
Saint-Saëns: Piano Quintet in A minor, Op. 14

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