Brahms: Songs of Loss & Betrayal - RES10258

Brahms: Songs of Loss & Betrayal

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Total playing time [62:03]

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Simon Wallfisch (baritone)
Edward Rushton (piano)

Following their acclaimed recording of songs by Robert Schumann, the baritone and piano duo Simon Wallfisch and Edward Rushton return to Resonus Classics with an evocative selection of songs by Johannes Brahms.

Entitled Songs of Loss and Betrayal, this intoxicating programme sees Brahms using his settings of poetry as a powerful channel for his own feelings, recalling his own personal memories of unrequited love, loss and betrayal.

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'[...] Simon Wallfisch and Edward Rushton prove eloquent, expert guides. Wallfisch’s baritone is a sturdy, authoritative instrument [...] The baritone offers impressive conviction, a natural sense of communication and a broad dynamic range, both from song to song and within each number'

- Gramophone

'Simon Wallfisch also treats them with all the sensitivity which is his hallmark. His care over nuances is exemplary. [...] this is a deeply satisfying programme, expertly recorded.'
MusicWeb International

'[...] Simon Wallfisch and Edward Rushton prove eloquent, expert guides. Wallfisch’s baritone is a sturdy, authoritative instrument [...] The baritone offers impressive conviction, a natural sense of communication and a broad dynamic range, both from song to song and within each number'
Gramophone

© 2020 Resonus Limited
Ⓟ 2020 Resonus Limited
Catalogue No. RES10258
Producer, engineer & editor: Adam Binks
EAN: 5060262792292
Cover image: Candlestick, fireplace & books by Kate Hellion (shutterstock.com)
Release date: 3 April 2020