Rebecca Clarke: Viola Sonata – Bridge: Cello Sonata - Natalie Clein

Album Description

Dive into the enchanting world of 20th-century English music with cellist Natalie Clein and pianist Christian Ihle Hadland. This captivating album, released on December 28, 2018, under the Hyperion label, showcases the talents of these two remarkable musicians as they explore the works of Rebecca Clarke and Frank Bridge.

The album opens with a new cello transcription of Rebecca Clarke's Viola Sonata, a piece that has been beautifully adapted for the cello by Natalie Clein. This sonata, along with Bridge's Cello Sonata, forms the core of the album, offering a rich and varied listening experience. The sonatas are interspersed with other works by Clarke and Bridge, including the Serenade, Spring Song, and Scherzo, as well as six studies in English folk song by Ralph Vaughan Williams.

The album's duration is just over an hour, providing a satisfying and immersive journey through these timeless compositions. Natalie Clein's expressive playing and Christian Ihle Hadland's sensitive accompaniment bring a fresh perspective to these well-loved pieces, making this album a standout in the classical genre. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.

December 28, 2018

℗ 2019 Hyperion Records Limited

About Natalie Clein

Natalie Clein is a renowned British classical cellist who has captivated audiences worldwide with her virtuosity and expressive performances. Born into a musical family, with her mother being a professional violinist and sister an actress, Natalie's journey to stardom began when she won both the BBC Young Musician of the Year and the Eurovision Competition in 1994. Since then, she has built a distinguished career, performing at major venues and with prestigious orchestras across the globe. Natalie's musical prowess is matched by her dedication to education, as she serves as a cello professor at the Royal College of Music in London. Her impressive contributions to music were recognised in 2021 when she was awarded an OBE for her services to the art form. With a rich musical background, having studied at the Royal College of Music and with the esteemed Heinrich Schiff in Vienna, Natalie Clein continues to inspire and enchant with her profound musical interpretations.