Mikhail Kollontay's album, Solisten im Trio, is a captivating 40-minute musical journey released on 1 August 2014 by Ton 4 Records. This enchanting collection of tracks showcases Kollontay's mastery of classical music, with a unique blend of polka influences that add a touch of playfulness to the overall sound.
The album features a range of intricate pieces, including 'Reminiszenzen für Violine, Violoncello und Klavier' and 'Klaviertrio No. 1 (1989)', which demonstrate Kollontay's technical skill and emotional depth. The majority of the tracks, however, are dedicated to Mussorgsky's 'Zehn Worte über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32', with movements such as 'Gnomus. Der Zwerg', 'Vecchio Castello', and 'Die Hütte auf Hühnerfüsschen' showcasing the artist's ability to interpret and reimagine the works of other composers.
With its rich, evocative soundscapes and technical precision, Solisten im Trio is an album that will appeal to fans of classical music and those looking to discover something new and exciting. Mikhail Kollontay's passion and dedication to his craft shine through in every note, making this album a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty and complexity of classical music.
(C) 2014 TON 4 RECORDS
Tracks
Reminiszenzen für Violine, Violoncello und Klavier: Vigoroso - Adagio cantabileNikolaus Fheodoroff, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: Gnomus. Der ZwergMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: Vecchio Castello, Das alte SchlossMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: TuillerienMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: Bydlo Ballet der nicht ausgeschlüpften KüchleinMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: Samuel Goldenberg und SchmuyleMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: Limoges der MarktMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: CatacombeMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: Die Hütte auf HühnerfüsschenMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Zehn Worte Mussorgskys über Victor Hartmanns Tod, Op. 32: Die Bogatyr-Tor zu KiewMikhail Kollontay, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger
Klaviertrio No. 1 (1989)Boudewijn Buckinx, Elena Denisova, Josef Podhoransky, Alexei Kornienko, Günther Antesberger