Quest for Three

Shanghai Conservatory of Music, the oldest and one of the most prestigious music institutions in China, has produced numerous internationally acclaimed musicians. Here, we present a jewel of a piano trio performed by these exceptional artists.

The deep resonance of German Romanticism is showcased in the hidden masterpieces of Ernst Naumann and Robert Fuchs, whose piano trios offer profound musical depth. Additionally, the album features Atovmyan's arrangement of five pieces from Shostakovich's film and ballet music, which distills the composer’s melodic beauty into a chamber music setting. With elegant yet passionate performances, this album is a true celebration of the essence of chamber music. A must-listen for any classical music lover, it is an essential addition to your collection.

• Ernst Naumann: Trio in F minor for Piano, Violin and Viola, Op. 7 (1863)
  • [1] I. Allegro ma non troppo
  • [2] II. Andante con moto
  • [3] III. Allegro risoluto
• Robert Fuchs: Trio for Piano, Violin and Viola, Op. 115 (1921)
  • [4] I. Allegro molto moderato
  • [5] II. Andante grazioso
  • [6] III. Allegretto scherzando
  • [7] IV. Allegro giusto　
• Dmitri Shostakovich / Levon Atovmyan: Five Pieces [Transcription by Nian Liu]
  
  • [8] I. Prelude
  • [9] II. Gavotte
  • [10] III. Elegy
  • [11] IV. Waltz
  • [12] V. Polka
    

Weimin Zheng (郑炜珉) Violin
Nian Liu (刘念) Viola
Cong Li (李聪) Piano

Recording Location: The Bridge Recital Hall, Shanghai, May 2018 / Gotanda Cultural Center Hall, Tokyo, July 2019